Cheese on Toast Recipe

Name: Cheese on Toast
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1 slice
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 slice thick white bread (or sourdough); 30g mature cheddar cheese, grated; 1 teaspoon butter, softened; Pinch of paprika (optional)

British · Snack · 7 min total

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A classic comfort food: crispy toast topped with melted, bubbly cheese. This simple recipe delivers perfect results every time.

2
min prep

5
min cook

1
servings

280
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 slice thick white bread (or sourdough)
30g mature cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon butter, softened
Pinch of paprika (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the grill (broiler) to high.
Toast the bread lightly on one side under the grill.
Remove the bread and spread the untoasted side with butter.
Pile the grated cheese evenly onto the buttered side.
Sprinkle with paprika if using.
Grill until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips

For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or mustard before the cheese.
Use any melting cheese like Gruyère, mozzarella, or a mix.
Serve with a side of tomato soup for a classic pairing.

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