By: Georgia Free
Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a decadent cheese toastie that warms you up from the inside out. But how do you get that next-level cheese toastie? We’ve compiled tips from our community to create The Guide to the Ultimate Cheese Toastie.
Butter. Lots of Butter.
“Lots of butter on the outside.” – Rebecca
“Butter on the side of the bread that gets toasted. Crisps up nicely and tastes amazing!” – Reeba
“Garlic butter on the bread.” – Em
“Butter on the outside (and edges).” – Donna
“Lots of butter and a flat non-stick hot plate.” – Elissa
“Pan fry with lots of butter on both sides of the bread. Do not put in sandwich press.” – Lisa
“Butter and pepper on the outside!” – Ashley
The Type of Cheese Matters
“At least two kinds of cheese.” – Glen
“Grate the cheese yourself!” – Sylvia
“Use pizza cheese.” – Lillian
“Stretchy cheese is necessary!” – Lynne
“Cracker Barrel Tasty Cheese.” – Robyn
“Camembert.” – David
“Three cheeses – one of them creamy and one tasty with thin parmesan cheese slices added just before toasting is complete.” – Lisabeth
“Three cheeses. Tasty, mozzarella and ‘plastic’ cheese.” – Sarah
“Two slices of Bega cheese.” – Clinton
“Extra sharp cheddar cheese.” – 0Al
Crusts Equal Crunch!
“Sprinkling shredded parmesan cheese on the outside of it, after you’ve buttered it and before toasting it! It adds a fantastic crust.” – Michelle
“Put it in the air fryer for the best crisp.” – Hiba
A Touch of Spice (or Condiments) Never Hurts
“Some freshly and finely chopped chilli (red or green, doesn’t matter).” – David
“Chives on the inside with the cheese.” – Nic
“Paprika.” – Thomas
“Once toasted a little sprinkle of salt or sprinkle some Worcestershire sauce on the bread before cheese then toast.” – Donna
“Garlic aioli on one of the inside surfaces.” – Renee
“Chutney.” – Bev
“Cranberry sauce goes well with cheese toasties!” – Deirdree
“Add some basil and oregano!” – Crystal
“Mayonnaise under the cheese.” – David
“Spread garlic and herb Philly on one slice and Dijon mustard on the other and a little bit of black pepper on the cheese.” – Koss
Choose Your Own Adventure With These Extras
“Add ham and pineapple too.” – Taline
“Add ham and tomato.” – Mick
“A good slice or two of tomato in the middle with a dash of pepper.” – Louise
“If you want to add tomato, dice it up so it doesn’t come out as a whole slice and drop on your chin!” – Katie
“Adding some caramelised onion is really yummy.” – Cath
‘”Add some baked beans!” – Anne
“Add leek!” – Marley
Final Tips for the Finishing Touches!
“Letting it rest… just long enough so that you don’t burn your mouth on the first bite of glorious molten cheese.” – Donna
“Getting someone to make it for you!” – June
Article supplied with thanks to Hope Media.
Feature image: Photo by Scott Eckersley on Unsplash
About the Author: Georgia is a broadcaster, writer and podcaster from Sydney, Australia.