Bacon, Cheddar and Tomato Toasts
Dive into these quick and easy weeknight worthy bacon, cheddar and tomato toasts. Toasted hearty bread gets a generous slather of tangy, nutty and earthy cheddar that is mixed with mayo and scallions and then broiled until bubbly and topped with bacon and ripe tomatoes.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- aluminum foil or parchment paper, optional
- medium bowl
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes sliced thin
- salt
- 4 slices crusty bread toasted
- 1-½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.0
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 scallions white and light green parts, sliced thin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- A few dashes of hot pepper sauce such as Tabasco
- 6 slices thick cut bacon cooked and cut in half
Instructions
- Place the tomato slices on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt. Allow to sit for 15 minutes. Blot tomatoes to remove excess moisture.
- Add the cheddar, mayonnaise, scallions, onion powder and hot pepper sauce to a medium bowl. Mix to combine.
- Divide cheddar mixture evenly over one side of the toasted bread, spreading to the edges. Place under the broiler until melted and bubbling. Remove from the oven and top each toast with three half strips of bacon. Top each with a few slices of tomatoes. Return to broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is lightly browned and tomatoes are soft.