Oh yum Carlee. Place on ungreased baking sheet oil side up. And fry ’em until they’re nice and crisp. Pile onions, bacon and lamb's fry onto toasts. I can't wait to try this. Pour off the excess grease, then blot the skillet clean. Obviously Italian bread is what you need. Oh boy, I need to find a gathering to make this for! Top each slice with bacon, peppers, herbs and finally the cheese. This post may contain affiliate links. 14 slices French or Italian bread, cut in 1/2 inch slices, 1 1/4 C mozzarella cheese, diced 1/4 inch. The site may earn a commission on some products. the Italian crusty bread is a must… and fresh white garlic to finish. You're a poet and you didn't know it! I made this unimaginably delightful appetizer last week because I had leeks, bacon, and goat cheese in my fridge and I decided they were, like, totally made for each other. Place on small baking sheet. I hope the weekend festivities were wonderful!! This is going to be a huge hit here! Arrange toasts on serving tray. The sweet smoky notes Nueske’s award-winning Smoked Bacon brings to this bruschetta recipe make it simply irresistible. Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate and set it aside. Great starter or snack. Sprinkle basil on top and more black pepper if desired. I hope you all love it as much as we did! Remove from pan. Bacon Bruschetta. Bruschetta is such a common quick snack or starter in Italy and it’s super simple. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. (10 mL) tomatoes and 1/2 tsp. You could use smaller crostini and make a whole bunch of them for a cocktail party, or heck…you could even stir the goat cheese, leeks, and bacon together and make a dip. We always have a pot luck, this is now in my rotation.I am sharing this with my friends, they will love it. And they were every bit as good as I imagined. Add the leeks to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat for several minutes, until golden. Stir (or process) in cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan and balsamic vinegar. The perfect Summer Cheese ball I ever did see especially for a Bruschetta lover like me! Fry the bacon bits until crisp, then remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Oh, my goodness this looks amazing, Carlee! When I saw this post, I thought what a perfect time of year for a cheeseball. The olive oil need to be the proper Italian homemade one, not the commercial one. First, chop up some thin bacon into small pieces…. Home Fry 1-2 minutes, turning, until golden on outside and slightly pink in centre. If you want to read more bruschetta inspired recipes, have a look at 15 Creative Bruschetta-Inspired Recipes. In a bowl combine tomatoes, cheese, crumbled bacon, and pepper. Arrange in single layer on tray with bacon. https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/almond-bacon-cheese-crostini xoxo. Welcome to the third annual #BrunchWeek hosted by Terri from Love and Confections and Shaina from Take A Bite Out Of Boca . Can't wait to set this out at our first pool party of the year. Try this amazing bruschetta recipe! There are no alternate images available for this product. Remove them to a platter and set them aside to cool slightly. They’re perfect with cold white wine, and make a great little appetizer before dinner. Place lamb's fry in a bowl and pour milk over. Bake in 350°F-convection oven for 10 to 15 min. I am going to make this for a family get together that we have in a few weeks. Brush bread with half oil. Christmas and New Years do seem to be the cheese ball holidays, but I think we should enjoy them year round! I hope you love it! Yum! And I don't make them nearly enough. Mix together the mayonnaise, the light Philadelphia, the cheddar, the pepper and 1 spring onion cut in small pieces. » https://www.bordbia.ie/.../bruschetta-with-bacon-and-melted-cheese You can also prepare the mixture in advance and then toast the bread at the moment and use the ready mixture. If you want to read more bruschetta inspired recipes, have a look at 15 Creative Bruschetta-Inspired Recipes. But in order to obtain that the ingredients have to be perfect. The quality mark means that food has been produced to the highest standards. This Bacon Bruschetta With Cheese and Spring Onions is perfect for parties, afternoon teas, it can be a starter… or just a quick lunch. I love reading your ideas! Repeat with the rest of the bread, and try with all your might not to eat one of these right now. Saute onion and garlic 4-5 minutes, until onion is tender. This looks like a savory treat that my family will love. Keep warm. A great combo for this awesome appetizer! Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment. Important Note: Do not eat all the bacon. Mooooooore bacon please! I agree, there are very few things it doesn't belong with! Top with rocket leaves and sauce. Hi Carlee, I remember last year you posting cheese bal recipes and it was something I'd never heard of. Bake 10-12 minutes, turning once, until toasted and bacon is crisp. Oh Carlee, what a winner!! *Note: At this stage, if the leeks look sandy/dirty, you can soak the slices in a bowl of cold water for a few minutes, then drain them. Note: Traditional bruschetta involves grilling the slices of bread, then rubbing a clove of garlic all over the surface.