Toast Hawaii – Open Faced Sandwich for a Snack or Dinner

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Toast Hawaii - Open Faced Sandwich for a Snack or Dinner

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

5 min

Cook

3 min

Ready In

8 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 slice white bread ( or your favorite bread ) or 1 slice wheat , sandwich ( or your favorite bread )
	butter
	1 -2 slice low-sodium deli ham
	1 slice pineapple ( drained , if canned or fresh )
	1 pinch dried marjoram ( optional )
	1 -2 slice cheese , to cover bread . ( Gruyere or Emmentaler are good choices )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

13g

Fat

24g

Toast Hawaii is a retro Hawaiian dish that dates back to the 1950s. It was first served at a hotel in Waikiki and quickly became popular all over the world. It is a simple and tasty open-faced sandwich that is typically made with ham, pineapple, and cheese. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. You can serve it as a snack, a light dinner, or even as a party appetizer. It's easy to modify, add some veggies to make it even healthier. Try different types of bread and cheese for variations in flavor!

Instructions

1.	Preheat a broiler or toaster oven to high.
2.	Spread butter on one side of the bread slice.
3.	Place the ham on top of the bread, covering it evenly.
4.	Top the ham with the pineapple slice, and sprinkle with marjoram, if desired.
5.	Add the cheese slices on top of the pineapple.
6.	Broil the sandwich for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, Toast Hawaii is perfect as a snack or a light dinner.

The combination of sweet pineapple, salty ham, and gooey cheese is satisfying and delicious.

CONS

Toast Hawaii can be high in sodium if you use regular deli ham and cheese.

It is also relatively high in calories and may not be the best choice for a regular meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pineapple is high in vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and fight off infections.
It also contains an enzyme called bromelain, which can aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.
Low-sodium ham and cheese can be a good source of protein.