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Grilled toast with Kastamonu bread and cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast (120 g) has 324 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 12.6 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 252 mg of Calcium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
324
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
12.6g
· 25% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 16% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 324 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 6.24 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 648 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast is toasted Kastamonu bread filled with melting cheese, usually kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese. It is a straightforward Turkish-style cheese toast; the bread’s thickness and crust can vary depending on the loaf.
Place slices of kaşar between two slices of Kastamonu bread and toast until the bread is golden and the cheese melts. If the loaf is thick, use moderate heat so the center warms before the crust becomes too dark.
Kaşar is the classic choice for Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast because it melts well and has a mild, savory flavor. A younger kaşar gives a softer melt; aged kaşar tastes sharper and may not become as stretchy.
Yes, you can make Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast in a skillet instead of a sandwich press. Cook it over low to medium heat, turning once, so the cheese has time to melt without scorching the bread. A lid can help warm the center.
For crisp Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast, use dry bread and avoid adding wet fillings such as juicy tomato before toasting. Toast it soon after assembling, and let it rest briefly on a rack or plate without covering it, so steam does not soften the crust.
Cheese usually leaks from Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast when the filling reaches the edges or the slices are overfilled. Keep the kaşar toward the center and leave a border around the bread; pressing too hard can also force melted cheese out.
Yes, sourdough can work in Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast if you do not have a suitable Kastamonu loaf. Choose slices sturdy enough to hold the cheese and not so thick that the bread stays cold while the filling melts.
Serve Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives, or a simple salad to add freshness alongside the rich, melted cheese. For a Turkish-style breakfast, tea is a common drink to have with it.
Yes, reheat Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast in a skillet or sandwich press to bring back some of its crispness while melting the cheese again. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to make the bread soft rather than crisp.
Yes, Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast can be a convenient breakfast, especially when served with fruit or vegetables for variety. If you are making it ahead, keep the assembled toast chilled and cook it just before serving for a better texture.
Vitamins
B12
0.54µg · 23% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
102µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Calcium
252mg · 25% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 324 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Kastamonu Bread Cheese Toast is made by filling bread from Kastamonu, in northern Turkey, with kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese, then grilling it until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts. The result is warm and savoury, with a substantial bread texture and a mild, tangy cheese flavour.
In Turkey, it is a familiar choice for breakfast, a quick meal, or something to have with tea. Elsewhere, it works just as well as an easy lunch or snack. The bread supplies much of its carbohydrate, while the cheese contributes protein; a 100 g portion has 10.5 g of protein. Pair it with tomatoes or a green salad, or use a moderate amount of cheese for a lighter toast.
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.
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
6.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.