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Basic Cheese Toast Recipe

This super-easy cheese toast recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! A quick and satisfying snack or meal for kids (and adults!), ready in just 5 minutes. We use pre-sliced cheese for ultimate speed, but feel free to get creative with your favorite thin cheese slices. This recipe is easily customizable and great for menu planning and nutritional tracking.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 302.7 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Basic Cheese Toast

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Basic Cheese Toast

  • Sandwich Bread
  • Velveeta Cheese

How to Make Basic Cheese Toast

  1. If using, spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
  2. Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  3. Top the bread with cheese slices.
  4. Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up (if using butter).
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
  6. Remove from heat and cut in half (optional). Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

42g

Carbs

10g

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