Tosta Mista

Elevate your sandwich game with Tosta Mista, a classic Portuguese grilled ham and cheese delight that's irresistibly golden, crispy, and melty. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines slices of tender ham and rich, nutty cheese—like Emmental or Gruyère—between buttery, toasted white bread. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for a quick lunch, brunch, or snack. Cooked to perfection in a skillet, each bite offers the perfect balance of crunchy texture and gooey, cheesy goodness. Serve it hot and fresh, paired with a side salad or a steaming cup of coffee for an authentic Portuguese café experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices White bread slices
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 slices Ham
• 4 slices Cheese (such as Emmental or Gruyère)

Directions

Step 1

Start by spreading about 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 2

Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a cutting board or clean surface.

Step 3

On each slice, lay down two slices of ham, ensuring they cover the bread completely.

Step 4

Add two slices of cheese on top of the ham for each sandwich, so that cheese covers the ham evenly.

Step 5

Top each open sandwich with another slice of bread, buttered side up.

Step 6

Preheat a skillet or a grill pan over medium heat.

Step 7

Carefully place the sandwiches in the hot skillet. If your skillet is small, cook the sandwiches one at a time.

Step 8

Press down gently on the sandwiches with a spatula to ensure even grilling.

Step 9

Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes on one side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, reducing the heat if necessary to prevent burning.

Step 10

Using a spatula, carefully flip the sandwich to the other side.

Step 11

Continue to cook for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and the bread is golden and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute or two.

Step 13

Using a sharp knife, cut the sandwiches diagonally in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	320 grams (320.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	930

Total Fat 57.70g	74%
Saturated Fat 30.00g	150%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 148mg	49%
Sodium 1831mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 66.70g	24%
Dietary Fiber 4.40g	16%
Total Sugars 7.90g
Protein 35.60g	71%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 978mg	75%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 519mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.9%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 28.7%