Clarion County Recipe of the Day: Smoked Pimiento Cheese Crostini

Haley Bauer

Haley Bauer

Published August 1, 2021 4:02 am
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These bite-sized appetizers are a treat!

Ingredients

48 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)

Caramelized onions:
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 large onions, chopped
1/2 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash dried rosemary, crushed
Dash dried thyme

Pimiento cheese:
2-1/2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 jars (4 ounces each) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
9 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

-Preheat oven to 400°. Place bread on baking sheets. Bake 4-6 minutes or until light brown.

-In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until softened. Stir in broth, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 12-15 minutes or until liquid is evaporated, stirring occasionally.

-In a large bowl, toss cheeses; beat in mayonnaise, pimientos, Worcestershire sauce, pepper sauce, and seasonings.

-Spread 1 tablespoon mixture over each baguette slice; top with 2 teaspoons onion mixture. Sprinkle with bacon. Bake 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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