Description
A simple yet luscious recipe for egg and cheese toasts, perfect for busy mornings or cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices hearty sandwich bread
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or gruyere)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly toast bread or broil each side for 1–2 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (toaster oven: bottom rack, BAKE setting).
- Beat egg in a small bowl until fully combined.
- Stir in cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spread mixture to edges of toasted bread; sprinkle cayenne if using.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until puffed and golden.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor and feel free to experiment with variations like adding sautéed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 200mg