Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches
Delicate finger sandwiches filled with thinly sliced Wiltshire cured ham and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for an English tea time. This british-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 15 minutes pairs crusts removed white sandwich bread, thinly sliced Wiltshire cured ham, sliced sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 slices, crusts removed white sandwich bread
- 8 oz thinly sliced Wiltshire cured ham
- 6 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp softened butter
- 1 tsp English mustard
Instructions
- Step 1: Lay out 12 slices of white sandwich bread and spread 4 tbsp softened butter evenly across all slices.
- Step 2: On 6 of the slices, spread 1 tsp English mustard evenly over the butter layer.
- Step 3: Layer 8 oz thinly sliced Wiltshire cured ham evenly on the mustard-coated slices.
- Step 4: Place 6 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese on top of the ham in an even layer.
- Step 5: Top each with the remaining buttered slices of bread, butter side down, to form sandwiches.
- Step 6: Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into three delicate finger-sized pieces by first slicing crusts off, then cutting sandwiches into rectangles.
- Step 7: Arrange on a platter and serve immediately or cover with a damp cloth until ready to serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced sharp cheddar cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Wiltshire Cured Ham and Cheddar Cheese Tea Sandwiches?
British sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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