These Cheesy Garlic Beef Toasts are loaded with savory seasoned ground beef, crispy toasted bread, and bubbly melted mozzarella. They’re quick to make, packed with flavor, and perfect as an easy dinner, party appetizer, or game day snack that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Servings: 8
For the Beef
- 1½ lbs lean ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Toasts
- 8 thick slices French bread or Italian bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion for 3–4 minutes, then add the garlic.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Mix the softened butter with the minced garlic and spread over each slice of bread.
- Lightly toast the bread in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Spoon the seasoned beef evenly onto each slice.
- Sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden-brown finish. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Pair with a Caesar salad or tomato soup.
- Cut into smaller pieces for party appetizers.
