Tomato & Basil Toastie

Tomato & Basil Toastie

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Serves: 1

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 2 mins

A crispy sourdough toastie packed with gooey melted cheese, semi-dried tomatoes and fresh basil for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired bite.

Recipe supplied by Jarlsberg.

Ingredients

2 slices of sourdough bread

1 tbsp butter (generous amount on each side of the bread)

1 serving of semi-dried tomatoes

1 bunch of basil leaves

8 slices of Jarlsberg® cheese (or more, don’t be shy)

1 pinch of black pepper, paprika and garlic powder

Method

  1. Preheat the toast iron according to instructions, or the oven to 180°C.
  2. Generously butter both sides of each sourdough slice.
  3. Layer the bread with sliced Jarlsberg®, semi-dried tomatoes, basil, black pepper, paprika and garlic powder. Repeat, finishing with a slice of bread.
  4. Cook in the toast iron for 3–5 minutes, or bake on a tray for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden and crisp.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Top Tips

To make your cheese toastie even more tempting, consider adding these ingredients:

  • Caramelised onions: Add a sweet and savoury flavour.
  • Avocado slices: Add creaminess and a fresh taste.
  • Crispy bacon: Add a smoky and crunchy element.
  • Rocket: Add a peppery and fresh taste.
  • Pesto: Add a rich and herby flavour.

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