Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of an Irish Cheese Toastie, featuring golden-brown, crispy bread and luscious melted Irish cheddar. This easy-to-make snack is perfect for chilly evenings or a quick lunch, offering rich flavors that will transport you to a cozy Irish pub with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- 2 cups shredded sharp Irish cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Optional add-ins: caramelized onions or sliced tomatoes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: a frying pan, spatula, and fillings.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- Place one slice butter-side down in a hot pan and layer with 1 cup of shredded Irish cheddar cheese.
- Top with another slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Press gently with a spatula for even cooking.
- Carefully flip the toastie and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese has melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg