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1. The Classic Cheese Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread
1–2 slices of cheddar cheese
Butter or margarine
Method:
1. Butter one side of each bread slice.
2. Place cheese between the unbuttered sides.
3. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted.
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2. Ham and Cheese Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread
1 slice of ham
1–2 slices of Swiss or cheddar cheese
Butter
Method:
1. Assemble the sandwich with ham and cheese.
2. Butter the outsides of the bread.
3. Toast in a skillet until golden and gooey.
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3. Caprese Cheese Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of sourdough bread
Fresh mozzarella
Tomato slices
Fresh basil leaves
Pesto (optional)
Butter
Method:
1. Layer mozzarella, tomato, and basil between the bread.
2. Spread butter on the outsides.
3. Toast until crispy and the mozzarella is melted.
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4. Spicy Jalapeño Popper Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread
Cream cheese
Shredded cheddar
Sliced jalapeños
Butter
Method:
1. Spread cream cheese on one slice of bread and top with cheddar and jalapeños.
2. Butter the outsides.
3. Toast until golden and the cheese melts.
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5. Mac and Cheese Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread
Leftover mac and cheese
Shredded mozzarella or cheddar
Butter
Method:
1. Spoon mac and cheese onto one slice of bread.
2. Sprinkle extra cheese on top and cover with the second slice.
3. Butter the outsides and toast.
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6. Caramelized Onion and Gruyère Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of rustic bread
Gruyère cheese, grated
Caramelized onions
Butter
Method:
1. Spread caramelized onions on one slice of bread.
2. Top with Gruyère and the second slice.
3. Butter the outsides and cook until golden.
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7. Vegan Cheese Toastie
Ingredients:
2 slices of whole-grain bread
Vegan cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella-style)
Vegan butter or olive oil
Method:
1. Assemble the sandwich with vegan cheese.
2. Brush the outsides with olive oil or vegan butter.
3. Toast in a skillet or sandwich press.
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Pro Tips for the Perfect Cheese Toastie:
Use a mix of cheeses for a more complex flavor (e.g., cheddar + mozzarella).
Add extras like pickles, bacon, or spinach for variety.
Press lightly while cooking for an even toast.