Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwiches USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Homes
Age Group: Ages 6-18
Serving Size: 6
Comfort food with a twist. Sliced tomatoes give new life to this old favorite.CACFP CREDITING INFORMATION ¼ cup vegetable2¾ oz eq meat/meat alternate2 oz eq grains
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Quantity
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Quantity
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Quantity
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Quantity
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
Quantity
- 2 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
- 12 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
- 6 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
- 12 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
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Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Preheat oven to 350 °F.
- Place margarine in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in the microwave for 10 seconds at a time until completely melted.
- Lightly brush melted margarine onto one side of each piece of bread.
- Place 1 slice of cheese, 2 slices of tomato, and 1 slice of ham onto unbuttered sides of 6 slices of bread. Top with the additional slices of cheese and bread, buttered sides facing out.
- Place sandwiches on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is lightly toasted. Heat to an internal temperature of 140 °F or higher for at least 15 seconds. Remove from the oven.
- Cut sandwiches in half.
- Serve 2 halves. Serve immediately, or keep warm at 140 °F or higher.
Nutrition INFORMATION
Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwiches USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Homes
Amount Per Serving
2 halves Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwich
Calories
324
Total Fat
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Cholesterol
44
mg
15
%
Sodium
654
mg
28
%
Total Carbohydrate
35
g
12
%
Dietary Fiber
6
g
25
%
Total Sugars
9
g
10
%
Protein
24
g
48
%
Calcium
470
mg
47
%
Iron
0
mg
0
%
N/A=data not available
*Marketing Guide
The CHEF TIPS:
- Contains milk (cheese) and wheat (bread). Bread and margarine can be a hidden source of common allergens, which include milk, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, soy, wheat, and sesame.
- Sesame can appear as an ingredient in food where it might not be expected (breads) and may be included in the ingredient statements as “spice” or “flavoring.”
- Serve a variety of foods during the week to balance out an occasional meal that may be higher in sodium or saturated fat.
- The symbol indicates the recipe is whole grain-rich.
- Creditable grains contribution calculated using the Recipe Analysis Workbook, Method A.
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