Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of an Irish Cheese Toastie, a delightful fusion of crispy bread and melty cheese that will transport you straight to a cozy Dublin café. With its golden crust and rich, gooey interior, this quick and easy dish is perfect for lunch or a snack. Customize it with your favorite fillings and savor every bite of this ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional fillings: 1/4 cup tomatoes (sliced), 1/4 cup ham (sliced), or jalapeños (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
- Spread butter generously on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice butter-side down in a hot skillet and layer with cheddar cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip carefully.
- Cover with a lid to help melt the cheese, cooking until both sides are crispy.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, cut in half, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg