Jalapeno Popper and Bacon Crostini
Recipe: #4449
January 31, 2012
Categories: Side Dishes, Cheese, Appetizers, Onions, Peppers, Mexican, Southwest, 5-Minute Prep, Birthday, Cinco de Mayo Fathers Day, Game/Sports Day, Labor Day, Picnic, Grilling (Outdoor), Low Fat, Cream Cheese, more
"A quick and easy appetizer that uses small rounds or thin sliced toasted baguettes and a spicy cheese dip; garnished with bacon, scallions, and jalapenos. These are easy to prepare - and just a quick toast under the broiler and serve. Great game day, party food, or just a light snack. These make about 36 appetizers, but you can easily cut this recipe in half. However, any dip that is leftover is wonderful with tortilla chips or vegetables for dipping; and will keep up to 1 week in the refrigerator. So it is best to make the whole batch if you can. This recipe has been around for quite a few years and it is a favorite with my friends."
Original is 24-36 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (47.4 g)
- Calories 117.9
- Total Fat - 7.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.9 g
- Cholesterol - 17 mg
- Sodium - 320.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 8.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.3 g
- Sugars - 1.1 g
- Protein - 4.4 g
- Calcium - 58.9 mg
- Iron - 0.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Dip ... Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan, green chilies, hot pepper sauce to a bowl and mix well. Make sure the cream cheese is softened. I like to use a hand mixture for this.
Step 2
Toppings ... Mix the bacon, jalapenos and scallions together in a small bowl.
Step 3
Bread ... You can do this on your grill or under the broiler. You want the bread lightly toasted on each side. These can also be done ahead of time. My grocery stores even sells toasted baguette slices in their bakery section which is convenient.
Step 4
Broil and Serve ... Spread the baguettes with the cheese mixture and broil 1-2 minutes until lightly golden brown and melted. Top with the bacon, jalapenos and scallions. ENJOY!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the cream cheese, make sure it is softened before using it in the recipe.
- Look for low-salt bacon when purchasing for this recipe to reduce the amount of sodium.
- Substitute vegan cream cheese for the cream cheese to make the recipe vegan-friendly. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows those who follow a vegan diet to enjoy the appetizer without compromising their dietary restrictions.
- Substitute vegan bacon for the bacon to make the recipe vegan-friendly. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows those who follow a vegan diet to enjoy the appetizer without compromising their dietary restrictions.
Blue Cheese and Bacon Crostini Replace the parmesan cheese with 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese and mix into the cream cheese mixture. Top the crostini with the bacon, jalapenos and scallions.
Garlic and Herb Crostini Replace the parmesan cheese with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and mix into the cream cheese mixture. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the cream cheese mixture. Top the crostini with the bacon, jalapenos, and chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, and oregano.
Roasted Carrots with Honey and Thyme - A simple side dish that complements the spicy flavors of the crostini. Roasted carrots are lightly seasoned with honey, thyme, and olive oil and roasted until tender and caramelized. This dish adds a sweet and savory flavor to the meal that pairs perfectly with the jalapeno popper and bacon crostini.
Spinach and Feta Stuffed Mushrooms: These savory mushrooms are filled with a spinach and feta cheese mixture and baked until golden and bubbly. They add a delicious and flavorful contrast to the crostini, while also providing a healthy and light side dish. The combination of flavors and textures will be a hit with your guests!
FAQ
Q: How do I make sure the baguettes are lightly toasted?
A: You can toast them on the grill or under the broiler. Make sure to watch them closely as they toast quickly. You want the bread lightly toasted on each side. You can also buy pre-toasted baguette slices from the grocery store bakery section.
Q: What is the best way to store baguettes?
A: Baguettes should be stored at room temperature in a paper bag or wrapped in a kitchen towel. To keep them fresh longer, store them in an airtight container or wrap them in plastic wrap. You can also freeze them for up to three months.
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