Ham and Cheese Toasties

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

2 large eggs

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar

½ cup diced ham (about 4 oz, optional*)

4 slices crusty bread

Butter (optional)

Black pepper

Chopped scallions or chives (optional)

*I’ve made this with and without ham. Both are incredibly delicious! You could use cooked bacon too and use as much or as little as you want.

Note: ~ depending on how big your slices of bread are, you may need more or less than 4 slices. You want a nice thick, cheesy topping!

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and mustard until smooth. Add the cheese and ham (if using) and stir to combine.

Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread (if using - this gives it a golden bottom). Place the bread, buttered-side-down, on the baking sheet. Divide the egg and cheese mixture between the slices and spread into an even layer. Top each with black pepper.

Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese/egg mixture is golden and cooked through (it’s okay if the egg is not totally firm, it will continue to cook as it cools). Sprinkle herbs on top (if using). Let it cool for 10 minutes, then dig in!

I love serving this with a simple green salad for a light lunch or dinner.