Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Irish Cheese Toastie, a deliciously crispy sandwich filled with gooey Irish cheddar cheese. Perfect for brunch or a late-night snack, each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by melty goodness. Customize it with your favorite extras for an unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
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- 4 slices thick sourdough bread
- 8 oz sharp Irish cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- Optional extras: sliced tomatoes, cooked bacon, or caramelized onions
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the bread and grating the cheese.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing a generous layer of cheese between two slices of bread, butter-side out.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in the pan.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses such as gouda or mozzarella for varied flavor profiles. Add veggies like spinach or roasted peppers for extra nutrition. For a tangy twist, include pickles or mustard.