Country-Style Open-Face Sandwich Ingredients 1 slice of whole wheat bread 1 slice of ham, cut into strips 2 tablespoons canned mushroom pieces White sauce Grated Cheddar cheese Preparation Toast slice of bread; cool. Mix ham strips and mushroom pieces into white sauce. Spread white sauce over slice of bread; sprinkle with grated cheese. Broil until golden brown. White Sauce 3/4 pint Milk 1-2oz Butter 1oz Plain Flour Salt and Pepper Mix the flour with melted butter in a saucepan. Cook gently for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk a little at a time, whilst whisking, to produce a smooth sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring from time to time, to cook the flour thoroughly. Note: This sauce can be used as a basis for a wide number of other sauces, by adding other ingredients such as herbs or other flavoring. Open face sandwiches can be a fun way to vary the traditional sandwich. This sandwich provides foods from 3 of the 5 food groups – grains, proteins and dairy. And it’s delicious. This sandwich contains carbohydrates for energy, and the cheese has one serving’s worth of dairy. Remember, dairy foods are important sources of calcium and other nutrients for building strong bones. Add a piece of fruit for dessert and you’ve got a colorful, tasty and nutritious meal. Serving: 1 sandwich
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