Ultimate Cheesy Bean Toastie

Number of Portions:

2 portions

Ingredients:

– 4 slices of bread
– 400g tin of baked beans
– 200g grated cheese
– 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Extra

Ingredients:

– Sliced tomatoes
– Sliced red onion
– Cooked bacon
– Dijon mustard

Preparation & Cooking Time:

– Prep Time: 5 minutes
– Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Method:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Toast the bread slices on one side only, either in a toaster or under the grill.
3. In a saucepan, heat the baked beans over medium heat until hot. Add the tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Spread the bean mixture onto the untoasted side of two bread slices.
5. Sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheese over the bean mixture.
6. (Optional) Add sliced tomatoes, sliced red onion, cooked bacon, or a drizzle of Dijon mustard.
7. Place the remaining two slices of bread on top to create sandwiches, ensuring the toasted side faces outward.
8. Transfer the sandwiches to a baking tray and grill for 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is golden brown.
9. Carefully remove the toasties from the grill and allow them to cool slightly before serving.

Equipment Needed:

– Toaster or grill
– Saucepan
– Baking tray

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

– Calories: 495
– Fat: 19g
– Carbohydrates: 60g
– Protein: 20g
– Fiber: 11g