Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwiches USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Centers

Age Group: Ages 3-5
Serving Size: 6
Comfort food with a twist. Sliced tomatoes give new life to this old favorite.
CACFP CREDITING INFORMATION
⅛ cup vegetable
1¼ oz eq meat/meat alternate
1 oz eq grains
SOURCE
Team Nutrition CACFP Easy Recipe Project
TeamNutrition.USDA.gov
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Quantity
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Quantity
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Quantity
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Quantity
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)

Quantity
 

  • 1 tsp Margarine, trans fat-free
  • 6 slices bread, whole-wheat (at least 28 g or 1 oz each)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese, reduced-fat
  • 3 slices Deli ham, reduced-sodium
  • 6 slices tomato, fresh, large, ¼” (gently wash tomatoes under running water before cutting)
*See Marketing Guide

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 3 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 1 half. Serve immediately, or keep warm at 140 °F or higher.

Nutrition INFORMATION

Nutrition Facts
Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwiches USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Centers
Amount Per Serving 1 half Grilled Cheese, Ham, and Tomato Sandwich
Calories 162 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 22mg7%
Sodium 327mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 16g5%
Dietary Fiber 3g13%
Total Sugars 5g6%
Protein 12g24%
Calcium 210mg21%
Iron 0mg0%
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*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.
Yield / Volume