Description
Cheesy Texas Toast is a delightful and versatile dish that allows you to indulge in the perfect balance of crispy bread, melted cheese, and aromatic seasonings. Whether you enjoy it as an appetizer, a side dish, or a snack, this recipe is sure to leave you craving more.
Ingredients
- 6 slices Texas toast or other thick-cut bread
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: dried parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Prepare the Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
3. Spread the Butter: Place the bread slices on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the butter mixture evenly over both sides of the bread.
4. Bake the First Time: Bake the bread for 5 minutes.
5. Add the Mozzarella: Remove the bread from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over each slice.
6. Add the Provolone: Place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each bread slice.
7. Bake the Second Time: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 6-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle the Cheesy Texas Toast with dried parsley for a fresh, vibrant garnish. Serve the toast warm and enjoy its irresistible cheesy goodness!
Notes
Cheesy Texas Toast can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It makes an excellent appetizer or side dish, perfectly complementing hearty main courses or serving as the star of the show. For a crowd-pleasing party spread, consider serving Cheesy Texas Toast with a side of marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg