Ham and Cheese Baked Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 12 slices Bread (white or whole wheat bread)
• 12 slices Cheese (mild cheddar or Swiss)
• 6 slices Ham (cooked deli ham)
• 2 Eggs (large, beaten)
• 100 ml Milk (whole or 2% milk)
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened, for greasing pan)

Instructions

1. Gather and Prepare Ingredients

   Lay out 12 slices of bread, 12 slices of cheese, and 6 slices of ham. In a mixing bowl, beat the 2 eggs with 100 ml milk and a pinch of salt until well combined.

   Time: PT5M

2. Assemble Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

   Place a slice of cheese on a slice of bread, add a slice of ham, top with another slice of cheese, then a second slice of bread. Repeat to make 6 sandwiches.

   Time: PT5M

3. Dip Sandwiches in Egg Mixture

   One at a time, dip each assembled sandwich into the egg‑milk mixture, coating both sides. Let excess drip off before placing on the baking dish.

   Time: PT5M

4. Grease Baking Dish

   Grease a 9 × 13‑inch baking dish with the softened butter. Arrange the dipped sandwiches in a single layer, leaving a small gap between each.

   Time: PT2M

5. Bake Sandwiches

   Place the dish in a pre‑heated oven and bake at 190‑200 °C for 15‑20 minutes, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.

   Time: PT18M

   Temperature: 190-200°C

6. Serve

   Remove the dish from the oven, let the sandwiches rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm. Cut diagonally for a classic presentation.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

440

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

2 g