Classic Cheese on Toast

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Cheese on Toast recipe, a quick and easy snack that’s perfect for any time of day! Featuring golden, bubbly mature cheddar melted over lightly buttered bread slices, this dish combines simplicity with rich, savory flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal solution for a satisfying meal in a pinch. For added zest, black pepper adds a subtle kick, and optional fresh tomato slices bring a juicy twist. Whether enjoyed as a hearty breakfast, a lunchtime treat, or a midnight snack, this recipe is a timeless favorite that highlights the magic of melted cheese. Serve while warm for an irresistibly gooey bite that never disappoints!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 pieces Bread slices
100 grams Mature cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
2 slices Optional: Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to a high setting.

Step 2

Grate the mature cheddar cheese so it melts evenly on the toast.

Step 3

Lightly butter one side of each bread slice using the unsalted butter.

Step 4

Place the bread slices on a baking sheet, buttered side down.

Step 5

Evenly distribute the grated cheddar cheese over the non-buttered side of the bread slices.

Step 6

Optional: Add tomato slices on top of the cheese for extra flavor.

Step 7

Sprinkle black pepper over the top to enhance the taste.

Step 8

Place the baking sheet under the grill, making sure the cheese is about 5 inches away from the heat source.

Step 9

Grill for about 4 to 6 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and begins to bubble and browns slightly.

Step 10

Once done, carefully remove the baking sheet from the grill and let the cheese on toast cool slightly for a minute.

Step 11

Cut the cheese on toast diagonally and serve warm.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(210.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	651.0

Total Fat 46.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 138.1mg	0%
Sodium 923.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 812.8mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 270.4mg	0%

*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: 62.4%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 18.9%