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Easy Ham and Cheese Uncrustables: Best Freezer Meal

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These homemade ham and cheese uncrustables are quick, freezer-friendly, and perfect for busy mornings. Made with simple ingredients, they toast up golden and crispy with gooey melted cheese inside.

Ingredients

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  • 12 slices white bread (soft and pillowy, like Wonder Bread or Nature’s Own)
  • 12 slices deli ham (thinly sliced; honey ham or smoked ham, like Boar’s Head or Applegate)
  • 12 slices American cheese (like Kraft Singles)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter, softened to room temperature
  • Optional: Dijon mustard (thin spread)

Instructions

  1. Soften the butter: Take butter out of the fridge 30 minutes before starting, or microwave for 10 seconds until spreadable but not melted.
  2. Lay out 12 slices of bread on a clean work surface. Use a rolling pin to gently flatten each slice to about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
  4. Flip half the bread slices over (buttered side down) so the unbuttered side is facing up. Place one slice of cheese on each, followed by 2-3 slices of ham folded to fit. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up (buttered sides on the outside).
  5. Press a sandwich sealer firmly over each sandwich, centering it so the filling doesn’t spill out. If using a fork, press tines firmly around edges to seal.
  6. Lift the sealer and peel away excess bread crust. Save crusts for breadcrumbs or croutons.
  7. Place sealed uncrustables on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, not touching. Freeze for 1-2 hours until completely frozen solid.
  8. Transfer frozen uncrustables to a freezer-safe zip-top bag, squeeze out air, seal, and label with date. Store for up to 3 months.

Notes

Don’t overfill sandwiches or they won’t seal properly. If bread is too fresh, let it sit out for an hour to reduce stickiness. For warm version, toast in toaster oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or microwave for 30 seconds. Flash freeze is essential to prevent sticking.

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