½cupGrated Cheeselike cheddar, pepper jack, or gruyere
1teaspoonFinely Chopped Fresh Herbslike thyme or rosemary
Salt and Black Pepperto taste
Pinch Cayenneoptional
Instructions
Preparation
Lightly toast bread or broil for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
Preheat oven to 400°F. If using a toaster oven, adjust the cooking rack to the bottom placement and select the BAKE setting.
Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat with a fork until the yolk and white are combined. Mix in the cheese and fresh herbs if using. Add salt and pepper as desired. Spread mixture over the bread all the way to the crusts. Sprinkle with cayenne.
Bake until the cheese and egg mixture is puffed, bubbly, and starting to brown, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Air Fryer Directions
Preheat Air Fryer to 340°F. Prep egg mixture and spread across untoasted bread slices. Carefully add to the heated air fryer basket. Air Fry at 340°F until browned, toasted, and cooked through about 8 to 10 minutes.
Notes
Adapted from the Baked Cheese on Toast with Wine recipe from Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone.