Description
This classic Irish Cheese Toastie recipe features a savory blend of aged Irish cheddar cheese melted on toasted bread, enriched with eggs, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s a warm, cheesy, and satisfying snack or light meal that highlights the rich flavors of Ireland’s celebrated cheddar.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Butter
- 6 slices bread (brown, potato, white, or multi-grain)
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
Cheese Mixture
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 7–8 ounces aged Irish cheddar, shredded (or sharp cheddar)
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a large baking sheet for the toasties.
- Prepare Bread: Arrange the slices of bread on the baking sheet. Gently butter the top sides of each slice, then flip the bread over so that the buttered side faces down.
- Mix Cheese Topping: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and cracked black pepper until evenly combined.
- Apply Cheese Mixture: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly over each slice of bread, spreading it out into an even layer covering the entire slice.
- Bake Toasties: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the bread edges are golden brown and the cheese topping is puffed and slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the toasties from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped chives, and serve immediately while warm and melty.
Notes
- If aged Irish cheddar isn’t available, substitute with extra sharp cheddar or another flavorful cheese that melts well.
- For different flavor profiles, experiment with different bread types like multigrain or potato bread.
- Serve as a snack or pair with a fresh salad for a light meal.