Description
French-inspired egg and cheese toast delivers a luxurious breakfast experience with layers of rich flavor. Crisp bread, melted cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs combine for a simple yet elegant morning meal you can quickly master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 2 slices bread
- ½ cup (2 oz / 56 g) grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or gruyere)
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Arrange the oven rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 400°F for consistent heat distribution.
- Bread Foundation: Toast bread slices to a golden hue, creating a crisp base with a delicate crunch using a broiler or toaster.
- Flavor Fusion: Whisk egg until smooth, then blend in freshly grated cheese, finely chopped herbs, salt, and pepper into a harmonious mixture that promises depth and complexity.
- Layering: Spread the egg and cheese combination thoroughly across the toasted bread, ensuring complete coverage from center to edges for maximum flavor integration.
- Optional Enhancement: Sprinkle a whisper of cayenne pepper across the surface for a subtle heat that elevates the dish’s flavor profile.
- Baking Transformation: Transfer the prepared toast to the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 10-12 minutes until the mixture rises, develops a rich golden-brown exterior, and achieves a temptingly puffy texture.
- Serving: Rest the toast momentarily, permitting the cheese to settle and flavors to harmonize before presenting this culinary creation.
Notes
- Bread Selection Matters: Choose sturdy, thick-cut bread like sourdough or country-style loaves that can withstand the egg mixture without becoming soggy.
- Cheese Upgrade: Use freshly grated cheese for superior melting and more intense flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- Temperature Control: Watch the toast closely during the final baking stage to prevent overcooking, as ovens can vary in heat intensity.
- Herb Enhancement: Fresh herbs like chives or parsley can elevate the dish’s flavor profile, adding brightness and complexity to the basic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg