Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLil RaysHam & Cheese Recipe

Ham & Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Lil Rays
Time15m
Serves1

Pick Your Cheese... American, Swiss, PepperJack

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Choose Your Cheese

    Select your preferred cheese: American, Swiss, or PepperJack. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prep Your Bread

    Take two slices of your preferred bread and lay them flat on a clean surface.

  3. 3

    Add Condiments (Optional)

    If desired, spread mayonnaise and mustard on one or both slices of the bread.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 4

    Layer the Ingredients

    On one slice of bread, layer the sliced ham, followed by the chosen cheese, and add optional lettuce and tomato slices if desired.

  2. 5

    Top the Sandwich

    Place the second slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich.

Cooking (Optional)

  1. 6

    Grill the Sandwich

    If you prefer a grilled sandwich, heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread butter on the outer sides of the sandwich.

  2. 7

    Cook

    Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Serving

  1. 8

    Slice and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice it in half, and serve immediately.

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