How to Make Cheese Toast
Butter a slice of white bread on both sides., Fry the bread on both sides (optional)., Add optional ingredients., Add sliced or grated cheese., Cook for about three minutes.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Butter a slice of white bread on both sides.
Try sourdough for a tangy flavor, or an airy bread like ciabatta if you like the cheese oozing through the holes and burning on the pan.
Buttering both sides will create a golden crust and a moist interior.
If you use unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt to the pan to add more flavor. -
Step 2: Fry the bread on both sides (optional).
A quick browning for a minute on each sides makes the toast extra rich and delicious.If you prefer to keep the middle of the bread soft, you can skip this entire pre-cook step., A spread of mustard or pinch of cayenne adds a kick of heat.
A thin slice of ham and you have a croque monsieur.
If it sounds good to you, it probably is – although you should stay away from vegetables that get soggy when cooked, such as lettuce or pickles., Some cheeses melt into gooey goodness, and some cheeses have a strong flavor worthy of the toastie.
Choose a cheese that does both, or combine a cheese from each category.Here's the breakdown:
Good melting cheeses: cheddar, Red Leicester, Gruyere, grated parmesan, Fontina, Emmental, Muenster, Gouda Poor melting cheese (pair with one of the above): mozzarella, feta, provolone , Cook over medium-low heat, so the cheese has time to melt before the bread burns.
Once brown and bubbly, transfer to a plate and serve hot.
Eat plain or with chutney, brown sauce, or ketchup. -
Step 3: Add optional ingredients.
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Step 4: Add sliced or grated cheese.
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Step 5: Cook for about three minutes.
Detailed Guide
Try sourdough for a tangy flavor, or an airy bread like ciabatta if you like the cheese oozing through the holes and burning on the pan.
Buttering both sides will create a golden crust and a moist interior.
If you use unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt to the pan to add more flavor.
A quick browning for a minute on each sides makes the toast extra rich and delicious.If you prefer to keep the middle of the bread soft, you can skip this entire pre-cook step., A spread of mustard or pinch of cayenne adds a kick of heat.
A thin slice of ham and you have a croque monsieur.
If it sounds good to you, it probably is – although you should stay away from vegetables that get soggy when cooked, such as lettuce or pickles., Some cheeses melt into gooey goodness, and some cheeses have a strong flavor worthy of the toastie.
Choose a cheese that does both, or combine a cheese from each category.Here's the breakdown:
Good melting cheeses: cheddar, Red Leicester, Gruyere, grated parmesan, Fontina, Emmental, Muenster, Gouda Poor melting cheese (pair with one of the above): mozzarella, feta, provolone , Cook over medium-low heat, so the cheese has time to melt before the bread burns.
Once brown and bubbly, transfer to a plate and serve hot.
Eat plain or with chutney, brown sauce, or ketchup.
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