Worcestershire sauce elevates humble cheese toast into gourmet

Cheese toast with melted cheese is one of the simplest dishes you can prepare in just a few moments. While it may not be considered gourmet cuisine, the combination of crispy bread and melted cheese is irresistibly enticing. Culinary experts emphasize that adding one key ingredient can significantly enhance the flavour of this dish.

Adding Worcestershire sauce to cheese on toast is a way to elevate its flavour. This sauce, made from vinegar and enriched with anchovies, molasses, tamarind paste, garlic, onion, sugar, salt, and spices, gives the dish a slightly sweet and tangy taste that pairs perfectly with cheese.

Experts from "The Kitchn" recommend that the cheese on the toast be grated, not sliced, to prevent the sauce from running off. Tara Holland, a recipe tester from "The Kitchn," points out that cheese toast is a beloved treat enjoyed by both kids and grown-ups alike. It's a fast and simple option compared to traditional sandwiches, offering a creamy texture, rich flavor, and a comforting experience all in one.

Holland suggests that you can mix the grated cheese with Worcestershire sauce before putting it on the bread to avoid extra bowl washing.

Tara Holland explains that while some people skip adding the sauce before baking, she prefers to apply it both before and after. She mentions that when using cheese slices, the sauce tends to gather or slide off, making it more effective to add the sauce after baking.

The culinary site "Tasting Table" adds that Worcestershire sauce pairs best with various creamy cheeses and also works well with sharp cheddar or rich-tasting gruyere cheese. Thicker, crunchy bread will better support the weight of melted cheese and more effectively absorb the sauce.