Mixed Sandwiches (Bikini)

A butter-golden crust, crispy to the bite, hiding a melting heart of stringy cheese and ham. The smell of hazelnut butter crackling in the pan marks this simple and effective assembly.

• Prep time: 5 min
• Cook time: 5 min
• Difficulty: Easy
• Calories: 673
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 71 g
• Fat: 27 g

Ingredients

• 8 piece White bread ( sliced )
• 200 g Ham ( thinly sliced )
• 150 g Emmental cheese ( thinly sliced )
• 40 g Minimum butter sweet ( softened )

Instructions

1. Preparing the bread

   Spread the butter evenly on one side of each slice of white bread. The layer should be thin but cover every corner to ensure even browning during cooking.

2. Assembling the sandwiches

   Place a slice of emmental on the unbuttered side of the bread, add the ham, then a second slice of cheese. Close with another slice of bread, buttered side facing out.

3. Pan-searing

   Heat a pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches and let brown until the bread is deep golden and the cheese starts to ooze from the edges. Flip and press lightly with a spatula.

Chef's tips

• Use a weight or another heavy pan on top of the sandwiches during cooking to ensure perfect contact and well-melted cheese.
• Don't heat too high: the butter should brown without burning to keep its nutty flavor.

Storage

Eat immediately out of the pan. The bread loses all its crunch if stored in the refrigerator.