Description
Indulge in this delicious Garlic & Cheese Tomato Toast recipe that brings together the flavors of garlic, melted cheese, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic herbs on crispy bread. Perfect for a quick snack or light meal.
Ingredients
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Bread:
- 4 slices crusty bread (such as sourdough or Italian)
Garlic Butter:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Mix softened butter and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Toast Bread: Spread garlic butter on bread slices and toast in the oven until golden.
- Add Toppings: Place tomato slices on toast, sprinkle with mozzarella, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle balsamic glaze before serving.
- Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best taste.
- Pair with a side salad for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
