Cheesy Texas Toast Best Recipe
Cheesy Texas Toast
This quick and easy Cheesy Texas Toast delivers the perfect blend of crispy edges, buttery flavor, and gooey melted cheese. It’s the ultimate side dish for pasta, soups, or hearty chili.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Texas toast or thick-cut white bread | 4 slices |
| Grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix) | ½ cup |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 2 tablespoons |
| Minced garlic (optional) | 2 cloves |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 400°F (205°C) to preheat.
Step 2: Arrange the Bread
Lay the 4 slices of Texas toast or thick white bread on a baking sheet.
Step 3: Prepare the Butter Mixture
In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter and minced garlic (if using) until well combined.
Step 4: Brush the Bread
Lightly brush both sides of each bread slice with the butter and garlic mixture.
Step 5: Add the Cheese
Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top of each slice.
Step 6: Bake
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
Step 7: Serve
Serve warm and enjoy right away!
Tips
- For a little kick, mix a pinch of red pepper flakes into the butter and garlic mixture.
- Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack, provolone, or pepper jack for unique flavor.
- Perfect as a side for soups, salads, pasta dishes, or even as a cheesy snack on its own.
