This sandwich is a really super easy version of a grilled ham and cheese sandwich. The twist is that it can be made quickly in a microwave, and kids don't need to use a stove. My suggestion: the first few times they do it, they need supervision,a walk-through, and tips from Mom. They need to be reminded not to eat it until it cools some, because all of us Mom's know that cheese stays hot for a while.
How old is too young to do this? Well, you know your child better than anyone else, so you have to call the shot on this one. My one daughter started some microwave cooking when she was around 3rd or 4th grade. While I wouldn't let her use the stove, the microwave seemed the easy choice. First she learned how to do microwave scrambled eggs, and microwaved oatmeal, and then progressed to snacks. This one is a fun sandwich for kids to learn: not hard, no sharp knives involved, nor a stove. Just a microwave safe plate, a butter knife, and an appetite.
Easy Microwaved Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Step 1: toast two slices of bread
Step 2: put the toasted bread on a microwave safe plate. Then put 2 thin sliced ham slices on, and one cheese slice. (I use a slice of American cheese that's already sliced and individually wrapped; swiss is good too.)
Step 3: Microwave instructions: Microwave the sandwich for about 40 seconds, or just until cheese is melted. Don't forget: to let cool some before eating!
I'm not a child, I'm just lazy.
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