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Source of carbohydrates and protein, contains calcium and B vitamins
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Bread with cheese (50 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.5 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 85 mg of Phosphorus covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Bread with cheese is a simple preparation of bread topped with cheese and heated until the topping melts and the edges turn golden. It has no single place of origin: variations are made at home and served in cafés in many countries, using whatever bread and cheese are on hand.
It is usually eaten warm, as a quick breakfast, snack or light meal; the contrast between crisp toast and soft, melted cheese is part of its appeal. It supplies carbohydrates as well as protein, with 11.5 g of protein per 100 g. Add fresh vegetables or a side salad for a more balanced plate, or use a thinner layer of cheese if you want a lighter serving.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
35g
· 13% DV
Protein
11.5g
· 23% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 18% · Fat 29%
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
170mg · 24% DV
Calcium
220mg · 22% DV
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 270 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
Bread with cheese is made by spreading or layering cheese on bread and heating it until the cheese melts. Bake it for an evenly browned top, or use a covered pan over medium-low heat to warm it without scorching the bread.
A good melting cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack, works well for Bread with cheese. For more flavor, combine a small amount of a sharper cheese with a mild melter so the topping stays creamy rather than oily.
Yes, Bread with cheese can be made in an air fryer. Place the topped slice in a single layer and heat it just until the cheese melts and the edges turn crisp; keep an eye on it because light bread can brown quickly.
Tomato, sliced peppers, herbs, and a little chili go well on Bread with cheese. Add watery toppings sparingly, since excess moisture can make the bread soggy before the cheese has melted.
Yes, stale bread works for Bread with cheese and can become crisp around the edges when heated. If it is very hard, lightly moisten the surface before adding cheese, but avoid soaking it or the slice may turn soggy.
Use a thin, even layer of cheese and leave a small border around the edge of the bread. Grated cheese or cheese spread tends to stay in place better than thick, oversized slices, especially when the bread is heated on a flat tray.
Leftover Bread with cheese can be refrigerated in a covered container and is best eaten within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to restore some crispness; discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Yes, you can freeze Bread with cheese, although the bread may be softer after thawing. Freeze individual slices in an airtight container with parchment between them, then reheat from frozen in an oven until hot throughout.
Bread with cheese can work before a workout when you want a convenient source of carbohydrates, but its cheese topping may feel heavy close to exercise. Have it well ahead of activity or choose a smaller, plainer portion if rich foods bother you.
Bread with cheese can raise blood sugar because bread supplies carbohydrates; adding cheese does not remove them. A smaller slice paired with vegetables or another protein-rich food may make the meal more balanced, but individual responses vary.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.