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This easy Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich recipe is crispy, melty, and an easy, family-friendly meal you can throw together in minutes, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Meet our “better than basic” Grilled Ham and Cheese
Meet our “better than basic” Grilled Ham and CheeseGrilled Ham and cheese is one of our go-to’s for busy weeknights, and the simple honey mustard sauce we add to it is my favorite part! Good quality ham, bread and cheese are essential; your sandwich is only as good as your ingredients! I always slice the cheese by hand so I know it's extra fresh.
Check out my other sandwich recipes, like Ham and Cheese Sliders, Meatball Subs, Patty Melt, and Croque Madame.
How to make Grilled Ham and Cheese:
Assemble Sandwich: Make the honey mustard sauce by stirring all ingredients until smooth (can be made ahead and refrigerated). Optional: Spread a thin layer of sauce on the inside of each bread slice. Layer sandwiches with ham and 3 slices of cheese.
Cook and Serve: Butter the outside of each sandwich and cook in a skillet over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve warm with extra honey mustard sauce for dipping. Serve with Tomato Basil Soup, a green salad, pasta salad, or sweet potato fries.
Grilled Ham and Cheese
Equipment
Ingredients
Sandwich:
- 8 slices bread, , I recommend an Artisan or sourdough bread, or even a croissant.
- 2 Tablespoons butter, (28 g)
- 4 slices ham, , high quality ham from the deli, like black forest, honey, smoked Virginia, or use leftover spiral ham.
- 8 slices cheddar cheese, , or Swiss, provolone, white cheddar, or your favorite kind.
Honey Mustard Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey, (85 g)
- 2 Tablespoons yellow mustard, (30 mL)
- 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard, (15 mL)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise, (113 g)
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce, (5 mL), optional
Instructions
- Make honey mustard sauce by combining all ingredients in a bowl and stirring until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use (can be made in advance).¼ cup honey, 2 Tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard, ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- Optional: Spread a thin layer of honey mustard sauce on the insides of the bread slices.8 slices bread
- Layer sandwiches with 3 slices of cheese (or more!) and a slice of ham. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Butter the outsides of the sandwich bread.4 slices ham, 8 slices cheddar cheese, 2 Tablespoons butter
- Cook: Add the sandwich to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until golden. Flip to the other side and cook for a few more minutes until cheese is melted and bread is golden brown. Serve warm, with honey mustard sauce for dipping.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I originally shared this recipe March 2016. Updated August 2020 and August 2025.
as a little kid, my favourite snack after elementary school was a grilled cheese with a slice of craft singles and bologna. Now that I’m “an adult” I’m looking for a fancy version lol.
I love the sauce in this recipe! It gives it just a little bit extra something. I also switched it up With two or three varieties of cheese, fresh maple dark forest ham, and I also added a slice of tomato with pepper on it, and spread a little bit of avocado on it.
This is my go to snack with a nice bowl of homemade tomato soup!
Or if you wanna try something different, I mix together a cream of potato and bacon soup.
One of the best sandwiches I’ve had in a while. Also the first time I’ve ever made my own honey mustard and I’m obsessed. I used swiss cheese because I didn’t have cheddar. Fantastic and incredibly easy!
So good! This was a fast meal but so good. The sauce was amazing. I’m adding this to my list of recipes to make time and time again.
Hi Lauren, I love your ham n cheese sandwich, the sauce is what it made so delicious. I also tried it with a slice of tomatoe. Delicious! Thanks for something quick. Gail
Did the original recipe have kale in it? Trying to find my grilled ham and cheese with kale recipe and thought this was it. It was really good. I did like the sauce either way!
Yes, the original recipe did. Nothing else in the recipe has changed. You’re welcome to add some kale if you’d like!
I really enjoy all your recipes. Family and friends love when I give them your recipe. They always ask ” what treats are you making for us today?” Lol, I love love love it! Thank you!
You so use ingredients as called for. No variation!
This is going to be my go to grilled ham and cheese. The sauce made it to the top. Thank you!
I love a good ham and cheese!!
Great sandwitches for Easter morning! I adore cheddar cheese, and the sauce looks delicious…have never tried it though. It’s on my to-cook-list now 🙂