Easy Cheese Tomato Melt
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this *Easy Cheese Tomato Melt*, a quick and satisfying recipe that brings together golden, buttery bread, juicy tomato slices, and gooey, melted cheddar cheese in just 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch, this recipe shines with its simple ingredients, from the fresh tomatoes and sharp cheddar to optional oregano for a touch of herbal flair. Toasted to perfection under the broiler, each slice boasts a rich balance of savory flavors with a crisp, bubbly topping. Whether paired with a fresh salad or served solo, these cheesy melts are an irresistible treat for all ages. Perfect for fans of quick-to-make comfort food, this dish is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Bread (any kind, such as white, whole grain, or sourdough)
- 2 medium-sized Tomato
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded or sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Butter or margarine
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler or set your toaster oven to its highest setting.
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet or toaster oven tray.
Spread a thin layer of butter or margarine over the top of each slice of bread.
Wash the tomatoes and slice them thinly.
Arrange the tomato slices on top of the buttered bread, ensuring even coverage.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt, black pepper, and dried oregano (if using) over the tomatoes.
Top each slice with shredded or sliced cheddar cheese, making sure to cover the tomatoes completely.
Place the baking sheet or tray in the oven under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, with lightly browned edges.
Remove the melts from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Cheese Tomato Melt!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 910 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 413 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
