Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 slices thick bread
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
2️⃣ Cook the Meat
- Add ground beef.
- Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Drain excess fat.
3️⃣ Season
- Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook for another 2 minutes.
4️⃣ Prepare the Bread
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet lined with foil.
5️⃣ Assemble
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto each bread slice.
- Top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
6️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
7️⃣ Broil
- Broil for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
8️⃣ Serve
- Serve hot as an appetizer, snack, or quick meal.
Q & A
Q: Can I use another cheese?
➡️ Yes, cheddar, provolone, or Monterey Jack work great.
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
➡️ Prepare the beef mixture ahead and assemble just before baking.
Q: Can I freeze them?
➡️ Yes, freeze before baking and bake directly from frozen.
Servings: 12 cheesy toasts 🥩🧀🍞