Quick and Easy Pizza Toasts with Tomatoes and Mozzarella…
Pizza toasts with tomatoes and mozzarella are a delightful, quick, and easy-to-make snack or light meal that brings the flavors of traditional pizza to your table with minimal effort. This dish combines the crunch of toasted bread with the rich, melted goodness of mozzarella cheese and the fresh, tangy taste of tomatoes. Perfect for a casual lunch, an appetizer, or even a midnight snack, these pizza toasts will satisfy your pizza cravings without the need for dough or a pizza stone.
Ingredients :
- 4 slices of thick-cut bread
- 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 7 oz (200g) mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 3.5 oz (100g) ham, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
How to make Pizza Toasts:
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C / Gas Mark 6) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the ingredients.
- Prepare the bread: Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with olive oil on both sides to ensure a golden, crispy texture.
- Assemble ingredients:
- Place the thinly sliced ham on the toasts.
Lay the tomato slices evenly over the bread, covering as much surface area as possible.
Add the mozzarella: Place slices or shreds of fresh mozzarella on top of the tomatoes. Distribute the cheese evenly to ensure each bite is flavorful. - Season the toasts: Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes and mozzarella. These herbs and spices will enhance the overall flavor.
- Bake the toasts: Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread edges are golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza toasts from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve warm.
Enjoy your pizza toasts – all the flavor with none of the fuss!
