Tomatoes with Cheese Sauce Over Toast
Turn simple ingredients into a comforting, gourmet-inspired meal with this recipe for **Tomatoes with Cheese Sauce Over Toast**. Juicy, lightly sautéed tomatoes are nestled atop golden, crispy bread and smothered in a rich, velvety cheddar cheese sauce that’s made from scratch. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, combines the rustic charm of fresh tomatoes with the indulgent creaminess of a homemade roux-based cheese sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Enhance the flavor with a hint of paprika, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. Whether you're looking for a hearty comfort food recipe or an elevated toast idea, this one will satisfy all cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional)
- 4 pieces Bread slices
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Core and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Slowly pour in 1.5 cups of milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoon of paprika, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Remove from heat and set aside.
Lightly toast 4 slices of bread. You can use a toaster or brown them in a skillet with 1 teaspoon of olive oil on medium heat for added flavor.
In the same skillet, add the chopped tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until slightly softened but not mushy.
Place the toasted bread slices on serving plates. Spoon the cooked tomatoes evenly over each slice.
Drizzle a generous amount of cheese sauce over the tomatoes and toast.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.4 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.7 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 2622 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.7 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 57.5 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1472 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1982 mg | 42% | |
*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.
