A Singaporean Mum

Some of the best comfort food comes from the laziest ideas — like these golden, crispy ham and cheese toasties. When you’re short on time (or energy), this no-fuss classic delivers everything: melty cheese, savoury ham, and buttery toasted bread. It’s proof that a good meal doesn’t need fancy ingredients — just warmth, simplicity, and a craving for something satisfying.

Here’s how I do it!

Ingredients (serves 1)

2 slices of bread

2 slices of ham

1–2 slices of cheese

Butter, for spreading

Oven Method

1. Prep the Bread

• Lay the bread slices on a baking tray.

• Spread butter on one side of each slice.

2. First Toast

• Grill in the oven on max heat for about 30–45 seconds, or until lightly golden. (Keep a close eye — it browns fast!)

3. Add Ham & Cheese

• Remove from the oven.

• Place cheese on one slice, and ham on the other slice.

4. Quick Grill to Melt Cheese

• Return to oven and grill for about 30–45 seconds, just until the cheese starts to melt.

5. Assemble

• Sandwich the two slices together — cheese side and ham side facing in.

6. Final Top Toast

• Return to oven and grill the top of the sandwich for another 30–45 seconds, until golden brown and crispy.

7. Serve

• Slice into triangles and serve hot!

Air Fryer Method

1. Assemble the Sandwich

• Sandwich the two slices together — cheese side and ham side facing in.

2. Air Fry

• Place the sandwich in the basket.

• Air fry for 6 minutes at 180ºC, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

3. Serve

• Slice into triangles and enjoy warm!