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Ham, Gruyère, and Tomato Toast With Dijon Mustard

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Single serving of toast with ham tomato and melted cheese on a dinner plate with fork and knife.
Photo by Tara Donne, food and prop styling by Ali Nardi

This combination of rich, smoky ham, tangy mustard, melty cheese, and ripe tomato is perfect for a lavish breakfast with a fried egg—or served at lunch with a bowl of soup.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 minutes

  • Yield

    6 servings

Ingredients

6 thick slices sourdough bread, toasted
Country-style Dijon mustard
6 slices smoked deli ham (about 4.5 ounces)
1 large tomato, cut into 6 slices
8 ounces Gruyère, grated (about 2 cups)
3 teaspoons fresh oregano
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.

    Step 2

    Spread each toast with mustard, then top each with 1 ham slice and 1 tomato slice. Top evenly with Gruyère and oregano and season with salt and pepper. Arrange toasts on prepared baking sheet and broil until cheese is toasted and bubbling, 3–4 minutes. Serve hot.

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