Dutch Style Ham And Cheese Toasted Sandwich

Simple and delicious Dutch style toasted ham and cheese sandwich recipe. Perfect for a quick lunch with a side of cornichons.

One of my favourite quick lunches toasted ham and cheese sandwich Dutch style!

I first had these amazingly tasty simple little toasted sandwiches whilst on a weekend in Amsterdam years ago... Just so good.

I make the sandwiches using the toasted sandwich cage in the Dualit toaster - sometimes they get a little burnt around the edges but this doesn't bother me I like a little charing and it adds to the flavour.

Making Ham And Cheese Toasted Sandwiches Is A Good Thing, Here’s Why! 

Quick and easy! – This delicious hot and gooey grilled ham and cheese sandwich can be ready in minutes.

Super simple – toasted sandwiches are really easy to make, very little cleaning up to do!

Add extra fillings – Hey! This is your grilled cheese, if you want added extras, pop them in!

Ham And Cheese Toasted Sandwich Recipe

Makes – 1 toasted sandwich (easy to double/triple to make more)

Prep Time – 5 minutes

Cook Time – around 5 minutes 

Total Time – around 10 minutes

Our Most Popular Alternative – Reuben Melt Toasted Sandwich

Equipment Needed

• Bread board
• Butter knife
• Bread knife
• Teaspoon
• Toaster - with toasted sandwich cage

Toasted Ham And Cheese Sandwich Ingredients

Everything you need to make a delicious ham and cheese grilled cheese sandwich.

• Tiger bread - I just love tiger bread toast it tastes so good with its nutty, sesame finish - but you can switch the bread for any other you like. Sourdough bread always works well for making toasted sandwiches.

• Butter - don't skimp on the flavour here, use real butter, also it's best for stopping the sandwich sticking to the grill as it cooks.

• Cheese - we love to use Gouda but you could also use any good melting cheese like Edam or Emmental they both work really well here. Or go for a classic Cheddar cheese or Italian style mozzarella.

• Wafer thin ham - thin ham makes the best grilled cheese sandwiches as it heats through really quickly.

• Dijon mustard - just adds a little tang but these sandwiches are also lush made with wholegrain mustard

• Cornichons - these are totally optional I just LOVE them on the side of a toasted sandwich. But I'm also super happy with piccalilli too! It's also delicious served with some pickled onions.

How Do You Make The BEST Toasted Ham And Cheese Sandwiches

You just can't go wrong with a classic style hot ham and cheese sandwich recipes. Just add in any extra ingredients you fancy.

Step One - butter the bread

• Simply - butter up two slices of tiger bread - place the buttered side down onto the cage.

Step Two - add the fillings

• Top the bread with wafer thin ham, a smattering of Dijon mustard and a slice of Gouda cheese.

• Pop the other slice of bread on top, making sure the buttered side is facing the outside.

Step Three - cook the toasted ham and cheese sandwiches

• Place in the toaster for around 2-3 minutes.

• Once cooked just leave it there an extra few minutes just to melt the cheese nicely in the warmth.

How Do You Toast As Sandwich Without A Toaster

If you've not got a toasted sandwich cage just make these ham and cheese toasted sandwiches on a griddle or frying pan - and weigh them down with a heavy jar, smash burger press or tin, cook for a few minutes then flip and cook on the other side.

How To Serve Your Ham And Cheese Toasted Sandwich

Dutch Style - Now for a true Dutch style sandwich you really do need a little handful of these cornichons for added yum. If you're feeling you need a little extra decadence, then go gourmet with your ham and cheese toasted sandwich.

And Serve the sandwich with a poached egg on top, so good with the yolk dripping down onto the bread. Honestly - you won't regret it!

Add Side Salad - add some fresh veggies to your plate, slice up some tomatoes and avocado, lay them on a bed of fresh spinach, and drizzle over some vinaigrette with herbs.

With Soup - when it comes to comfort food, grilled cheese sandwiches and soup are always a winner! These go deliciously alongside our Roasted Red Pepper And Tomato Soup recipe here.

This is one of my favourite quick lunches, it's just so good alongside a coffee or juice.

Toasted Sandwich Ideas To Try

Fancy adding your own cooking twist? Add in some extra flavors and make this your ultimate ham and cheese toastie!

Extra ingredients to add to your toasted sandwich

• Thinly sliced hot chicken or turkey
• Pepper
• Crispy bacon bits
• Spread some tomato sauce on the bread before adding the fillings.
• Add a thick layer of creamy mayo - and if you can get roasted garlic infused mayo, you're totally a winner here!
• Add some spice with a dollop of chilli jam or scattering of freshly chopped chillies.

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More Delicious Sandwich Recipes To Make

• Tuna Cheese Melt - super tasty tuna cheese melts with a pesto twist, these melt baguettes are just so good! Great for lunch or serve for dinner alongside a portion of sweet potato wedges or waffle fries.

• Prawn and Dill Open Sandwiches - succulent tasty prawns tossed in a creamy lemon and dill dressing, piled onto hot buttered rye sourdough toast.

• Easy Vegetarian Wraps - Eat deliciously with our flavour packed satisfying vegetarian wraps filled with roast sweet potatoes, halloumi, hummus and salad. These are gorgeous eaten still a little warm when freshly made - or cold for lunch alongside a bean salad.

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