Marmalade and cheese are British classics. This Marmalade & Cheddar Toastie recipe is as satisfying to eat as it is easy to make. The key to its success is a strong cheddar cheese and a marmalade that can match the chosen cheddar’s punch. I tried a variety of cheeses when working on this recipe, from Wensleydale to Lancashire but it was a good old cheddar that won the coveted spot for this toastie.
Marmalade & Cheddar Toastie
Let’s get toasting…
Ingredients
bread – thickly sliced
strong/mature cheddar cheese
marmalade
black pepper
chives (optional)
Directions
- Set your oven or toaster oven to broil. Place thickly-sliced bread on a tray and broil until the bread has browned slightly. Remove from the oven and turn the bread over, so the toasted side is facing down.
- Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of marmalade on the top of the bread, cover with slices of strong/mature cheddar cheese, and crack a little black pepper on the top. Place back under the broiler and heat until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Sprinkle with some chopped chives (optional) and enjoy!
Tips & Bits
- The world of marmalade is vast. I like a funky and strong marmalade like Frank Cooper’s Original Oxford Marmalade.
- The world of cheddar cheese is also vast. For this recipe, a strong/mature cheddar works really well. I used Seaside Rugged Mature English Cheddar.
Behind the Scenes
Marmalade & Cheese Toastie
