Description
Buttery Tomatoes on Cheese on Toast is a quick and delicious dish that transforms a simple breakfast into a flavorful delight. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are layered on creamy cheese atop crispy toast, creating an indulgent yet comforting experience. This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for lazy mornings or late-night snacks. Impress your family and friends with this vibrant dish that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large fresh ripe tomatoes (about 300g)
- 4 slices good quality bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 200g creamy cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Lay the bread slices on the tray and drizzle each slice generously with olive oil.
- Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds and place them evenly on top of the cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle more olive oil over everything.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg