Best 2 British Cheese Toast Recipes

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British cheese toast is a simple yet delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is made with just a few ingredients, including bread, cheese, and butter, and can be customized to your own liking. Whether you prefer a classic grilled cheese sandwich or something more adventurous, there is a British cheese toast recipe out there for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESE ON TOAST - CHEAP AND CHEERFUL BRITISH TOASTED CHEESE



Cheese on Toast - Cheap and Cheerful British Toasted Cheese image

Call it what you will, traditional British cheese on toast is a national institution, an iconic snack enjoyed by all, regardless of class or background! What can be simpler and tastier, hunks of homemade or crusty farmhouse style bread topped with mature Cheddar cheese, a smidge of mustard and Worcestershire sauce for those who desire an extra kick! This is NOT really a recipe; it is a basic method for making a super tasty and nutritious fast food dish. There is even a Cheese on Toast Day celebrated in the UK - mark your calendars now, the last Thursday in April has been set aside for this comforting supper treat. I lived on cheese on toast whilst I was a student, as I am sure most students do nowadays! You can use other British cheeses, but I find the best cheese without a doubt, is a good mature farmhouse cheddar. Make sure your bread is thickly sliced and you have your plates ready and waiting to receive the molten cheesy snack - pull up a chair by the fireside in the winter and enjoy your 5-minute culinary efforts! (This is an all year around snack I hasten to add.) An interesting historical note; toasted cheese was served as the final course to male diners during Edwardian times, in Gentleman's Clubs........the cheese was melted and served in a pot with the toast set around the edges - a sort of Gentleman's Club fondue!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6m

Yield 4 Slices of Cheese on Toast, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices crusty bread (thick slices)
2 teaspoons English mustard
8 ounces mature british cheddar cheese, sliced or, grated
2 -3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to hot and toast the bread on both sides. Spread a little mustard on each slice, then top with the cheese, laying the slices of cheese as close as possible to the edges of the toast. (Pile the grated cheese over the top evenly, again as close to the edges as possible.).
  • Sprinkle over the Worcestershire sauce to taste then pop the cheese on toast under the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden and bubbling.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately with Branston pickle, chutney, relish and/or pickled onions.
  • Serves 2 to 4 depending on "greed level" and hunger! Alternatively, serves an impoverished student as a main course meal!
  • Tip - for full flavour, use a mature Farmhouse Cheddar and good quality thick sliced bread - I prefer white, but granary and wholemeal are fine.
  • Final note - Cooking Style.
  • There are generally two schools of Cheese on Toast Chefery, those who use grated cheese, and those who use slabs of cheese. It has even been suggested that peoples personality is reflected in how they cook their cheese on toast.
  • Slabbers are direct and focused. The key for them being that is quick, easy, and generates minimal washing up.
  • Graters tend to be more extravert and creative. They will spend minutes piling extra cheese onto each piece of the toast. Most of this cheese will fall off the toast when its inserted under the grill. Slabbers tend to think that the amount of grated cheese piled on a slice of toast is inversely proportional to the chance of being made to clean the grill pan.
  • Obsessive Slabbers. An obsessive slabber will arrange the slices of cheese to totally cover the bread, not overlap the sides of the bread, and not overlap each other.
  • Warning:A Slabber will generally be happy to be given a plate of grated Cheese on toast, but Graters always look disappointed with slab Cheese on toast! Relationships have ended over this point.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.4, Fat 42.4, SaturatedFat 24.8, Cholesterol 119.1, Sodium 1486.6, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 40.3

CHEESE & ONION TOAST



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Tuck into a British classic for brunch or lunch - this version of cheese on toast is taken to the next level with stout, mustard and Worcestershire sauce

Provided by Elena Silcock

Categories     Brunch, Lunch, Snack

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 red onions
1½ tbsp butter
big pinch of salt
1 tsp dark brown sugar
1 tbsp butter
50ml stout
1 tsp English mustard
75g grated cheddar
splash of Worcestershire sauce
1 small egg
2 slices of toast

Steps:

  • Finely slice the red onions, then tip them into a large frying pan with the butter and a big pinch of salt. Cover and cook on a low-medium heat for 30 mins, stirring regularly. Take off the lid, then scatter with the sugar, season well and cook for 5 more mins until caramelised.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan, then whisk in the stout and the English mustard. Stir in the grated cheddar and whisk until melted, then season and add a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Take off the heat, then whisk in the egg. Divide the onions between two toasts, top with dollops of the cheesy sauce, then grill for 2-3 mins until browning and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 31 grams fat, SaturatedFat 19 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a complex and flavorful dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread.
  • Butter the bread liberally to ensure a crispy, golden crust.
  • Cook the cheese toast in a hot oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the cheese toast immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

British cheese toast is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a cheese toast recipe that everyone will love. Whether you prefer a simple classic cheese toast or something more elaborate, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give British cheese toast a try. You won't be disappointed!

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