Texas Toast with Cheese
Introduction: Texas Toast with Cheese is a delightful, crispy, and cheesy twist on classic garlic bread. Thick slices of bread are slathered with a rich, buttery garlic spread and topped with a generous amount of melted cheese, creating the perfect side for any meal.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry brush
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
Ingredients
- 6 slices of thick-cut bread preferably Texas Toast or similar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Prepare the Bread:
- Place the bread slices on a baking sheet. Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over each slice of bread using a pastry brush or knife.
- Add the Cheese:
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each slice, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and serve the Texas Toast with Cheese hot. Enjoy it as a delicious side dish or a comforting snack.
- Prep Time:
- 10 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 12 minutes
- Total Time:
- 22 minutes
- Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g