TEXAS TOAST WITH CHEESE
This Texas Toast with Cheese is the ultimate upgrade to a standard side of garlic bread. By using thick-cut Texas toast as a sturdy base, you create a “cheese boat” that can support a heavy layer of both mozzarella and provolone. The secret is the herb-infused Parmesan butter, which soaks into the center of the bread while the edges crisp up, giving you that perfect bakery-style “crunch and chew.”
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Texas Toast with Cheese
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
| Texas toast (or thick-cut bread) | 6 slices |
| Mozzarella (shredded) | 1 cup |
| Provolone cheese | 6 slices |
| Butter (melted) | 4 tablespoons |
| Grated Parmesan | 2 tablespoons |
| Garlic powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried oregano | 1 teaspoon |
| Optional: | Dried parsley (for garnish) |
How To Make Texas Toast with Cheese:
Step 1: The Flavor Base: Melt the butter in a small bowl and stir in the grated Parmesan, oregano, and garlic powder. Whisk until well combined.
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Tip: If you prefer a “crunchy” center, toast the bread for 2 minutes before adding the butter. If you like it “soft and doughy” (like a steakhouse roll), skip the pre-toasting and go straight to the butter.
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Step 2: Assemble the Layers: Arrange the bread in a single layer in your air fryer basket or on a baking sheet. Spread the garlic-herb butter evenly over each slice, making sure to get all the way to the edges.
Step 3: The Double-Cheese Hit: Divide the shredded mozzarella evenly among the slices, then top each one with a full slice of provolone.
Tip: Layering the provolone on top of the shredded mozzarella acts like a “blanket,” preventing the loose mozzarella from blowing around in an air fryer and ensuring it melts into a perfectly smooth, bubbly layer.
Step 4: The Melt:
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Air Fryer: Cook at 350°F for 5 minutes.
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Convection Oven: Bake at 375°F for 6/7 minutes.
You are looking for the cheese to be fully melted and just beginning to show golden-brown spots. Garnish with parsley and serve while hot and “stretchy.”
