If you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for a bowl of pasta, or any entree, this Garlic Cheese Toast is it. Made with a mixture of three cheeses, and garlic herb butter, this toast is addictive!
Ingredients For Garlic Cheese Toast
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic & herb butter
- Shredded cheddar
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Dried parsley
- Salt and pepper
- Thick-sliced white bread
How To Make Garlic Cheese Toast
- Preheat the oven to 375 F.
- Place the butter, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, dried parsley, salt, and pepper in the bowl of your food processor. Pulse until well combined.
- Spread one side of the bread slices with unsalted butter and place the slices butter-side down on the baking sheet.
- Carefully spread the other side of the bread slices with the garlic butter and cheese mixture.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. For a crispier toast, turn on the broiler and cook for 30-60 seconds until the cheese is slightly brown.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time For A Party?
You can prepare the butter and cheese mixture, spread the bread with it, and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake it.
How Do I Store And Reheat Leftovers?
Store the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container. To reheat, place them in a 350 F oven or toaster oven until hot and crispy. Don’t reheat them in the microwave because the toast will be soggy,
Fast & Tasty Garlic Cheese Toast
Equipment
- Food processor (or mixing bowl with fork)
- Baking sheet
- Butter knife
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 stick garlic & herb butter
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ tsp salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 10 slices thick white bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F.
- Place the butter, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, dried parsley, salt, and pepper in the bowl of your food processor. Pulse until well combined.
- Spread one side of the bread slices with unsalted butter and place the slices butter-side down on the baking sheet.
- Carefully spred the other side of the bread slices with the garlic butter and cheese mixture.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. For a crispier toast, turn on the broiler and cook for 30-60 seconds until the cheese is slightly brown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Different Types Of Bread?
As long as they are thick-sliced, you can use your favorite bread.
What If I Don’t Have A Food Processor For The Cheese?
You can mix it by hand using a fork or a hand-held mixer. It is easier to do it by hand when the cheeses are finely shredded.
Can I Use Fresh Garlic Instead Of Garlic Butter?
Yes, you can mix freshly minced garlic and herbs into unsalted butter and use that instead.
How Can I Make This Recipe If I Don’t Have An Oven?
You can make it in a toaster oven or in a skillet over medium heat. To melt the cheese, place the lid on until the cheese is melted.
Can I Add Or Replace The Cheeses With Other Types?
Yes! You can use your favorite melty cheeses to create your custom-made cheese toast.
What Is The Best Way To Serve Garlic Cheese Toast?
You can serve this toast with soups, salads, and pasta dishes. But you’ll like it so much, you’ll want to eat it on its own!
How Can I Make This Recipe Healthier?
Instead of using white bread, use whole wheat to increase the amount of fiber. You can also substitute half the amount of butter with olive oil, and use reduced-fat cheeses.
Can I Freeze Garlic Cheese Toast?
This toast is better eaten freshly baked, so you can freeze the unbaked cheese toast. When you are ready to serve them, thaw and bake them fresh!
