• Prep Time: 50 mins
  • Cooking Time: 10 mins
  • Serves: 4 dozen

Smoked Pimiento Cheese Crostini

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 Ingredients List

  • 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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