Description
The Cheesy Beef and Toast Open-Face Sandwich is a quick, satisfying meal that layers savory ground beef topped with melted cheese on toasted bread. It combines rich, hearty flavors with the crunch of perfectly toasted bread.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices bread (preferably thick-cut or rustic)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded or sliced
- Butter or olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Season with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Spoon the beef mixture generously over each toast slice. Top with shredded or sliced cheese.
- Place under a broiler or in a hot oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately while hot and the cheese is perfectly melted.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to the beef mixture for extra flavor.
- Use different cheeses such as mozzarella or Swiss for variation.
- Top with sliced pickles or fresh herbs for added freshness.
- Spice it up with chili flakes or hot sauce mixed into the beef.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in oven or toaster oven to maintain toast crispness and melt cheese again.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg