Description
Cheesy Texas Toast blends gooey, melted cheese with a crispy, buttery base, providing a comforting and delicious treat that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of thick sliced bread (Texas toast)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the buttered side of the bread.
- Place the slices butter-side up on a baking sheet.
- Top each slice with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using different types of cheese or adding toppings before baking. Serve with marinara sauce for a tasty dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg