Description
Creamy ricotta-topped egg and cheese toasts blend Mediterranean simplicity with comforting flavors. Rich layers of seasoned eggs, melted cheese, and herbal notes create a satisfying breakfast experience you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices bread
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (2 oz / 56 g) grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or gruyere)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- 1 pinch cayenne (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Toast Preparation: Gently crisp bread to a golden hue using broiler or toaster, ensuring a light, crunchy foundation for the dish.
- Egg Mixture Creation: Vigorously whisk egg in a mixing bowl until smooth, then fold in shredded cheese, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Seasoning and Topping: Distribute the egg and cheese mixture evenly across the toasted bread, extending from edge to edge, and dust with a delicate sprinkle of cayenne pepper for a subtle heat.
- Baking Process: Position oven rack at the bottom and preheat to 400°F (204°C). Slide prepared toasts into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, monitoring the transformation as the egg puffs and develops a delicate golden-brown crust.
Notes
- Optimize Toasting: Achieve golden, crisp bread by lightly toasting or broiling 1-2 minutes per side for the perfect base texture.
- Egg Whisking Technique: Thoroughly beat egg with a fork until yolk and white completely blend, creating a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Cheese and Herb Distribution: Gently fold shredded cheese and chopped herbs to ensure even spread throughout the egg mixture.
- Baking Precision: Monitor egg toasts closely during 10-12 minute bake, looking for puffy, bubbling surface with delicate golden-brown coloration.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg