Indulge in a culinary delight with our irresistible Bacon Tomato Cheese Spread! This tantalizing spread combines the savory flavors of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese, creating a symphony of taste that will tantalize your palate. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile spread can be enjoyed as a dip with crackers or vegetables, as a sandwich filling, or as a topping for burgers and grilled meats. With its rich and creamy texture, this Bacon Tomato Cheese Spread is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through three delectable variations of this classic spread, each offering a unique twist on the original. From the classic Bacon Tomato Cheese Spread to the tangy Bacon Tomato Salsa and the spicy Bacon Tomato Jam, these recipes cater to a wide range of preferences. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we'll ensure that you create a spread that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect Bacon Tomato Cheese Spread!
AWESOME BACON-TOMATO-CHEESE SPREAD
Super delicious and so pretty for a get-together. I use 3 Roma tomatoes or 1 large vine-ripened (in the summer). Feel free to add other layers or switch ingredients. (chopped olives would be nice. :smile:) Note: Cooking time is refrigeration time. Enjoy--
Provided by Caroline Cooks
Categories Spreads
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In food processor, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, Tabasco (to taste) and garlic.
- Blend to mix completely.
- Spread in bottom of pie plate and smooth equally.
- Layer with diced tomato, then crumbled bacon, and then green onions.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese over top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until served, at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with crackers, baguettes or sturdy tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.2, Fat 56.1, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 104.9, Sodium 872.7, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 14.1
GRILLED CHEESE, BACON AND OVEN-DRIED TOMATO SANDWICH
Take your grilled cheese sandwich to a place it's never been before with crispy bacon and tangy tomatoes and five-yes, five!-types of cheese. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Spread 3 tablespoons butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder., To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced brie and tomatoes. Sprinkle a portion of the cheddar cheese mixture evenly over brie; add fried onion rings. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese mixture and add bacon; top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inwards. Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
BACON AND TOMATO CREAM CHEESE TARTS
Create a sophisticated appetizer starting with Pillsbury™ crescent dough. These mini tarts are topped with herbed cream cheese, applewood smoked bacon and green onion--perfect for serving at a party.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- Unroll crescent dough into 12x7-inch rectangle. If using crescent rolls, press seams to seal. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Place dough pieces on cookie sheet, spacing slightly apart. Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until golden brown; cool 10 minutes.
- In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, 3 tablespoons of the green onions, 2 teaspoons of the thyme and the cream; beat with electric mixer on medium until well mixed. Spread 2 teaspoons cream cheese mixture on top of each baked crescent square.
- Top with bacon, tomatoes and remaining green onions and thyme. Serve immediately, or loosely cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Tart, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
BACON AND TOMATO SPREAD
Make and share this Bacon and Tomato Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Fluffy
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Blend cream cheese with mayonnaise until smooth.
- Add garlic salt and tomato.
- Cook bacon until crispy; drain and crumble.
- Add bacon to cream cheese mixture when ready to serve.
- Serve as spread with party rye rounds or as a dip.
- Thin with a little milk if necessary.
TOMATO BACON GRILLED CHEESE
A yummy meal that you and your kids will love! A simple golden brown grilled cheese sandwich with the twist of bacon and tomato. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by MISSY189
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Lay 4 slices of bread, butter side down, in the skillet. Top with a slice of cheese, 2 slices tomato, bacon, and another slice of cheese. Cover with a slice of bread, butter side out. Fry sandwiches until golden on both sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 1696.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
AWESOME BACON-TOMATO DIP
Oh, you HAVE to try this one!! My family LOVES dips and spreads, and even the guys got really into this one. I even caught my uncle (who thinks guys are too "macho" for dips), eating it straight from the bowl with a spoon!! Best when made day of, and lettuce added just before serving. It gets soggy:(
Provided by Manda
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 3-4 Cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In medium bowl, with mixer, blend sour cream, mayonnaise, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped onion and green pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Crumble bacon into small pieces and add to mixture.
- Add chopped tomato and stir well.
- Garnish with shredded lettuce just before serving, if desired.
- Serve with Townhouse crackers or Wheat Thins.
- Also good served in a bread bowl with bread cubes to dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1066.3, Fat 102.6, SaturatedFat 42.8, Cholesterol 204.1, Sodium 1563.6, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.5, Protein 26.9
BACON-TOMATO CHEESE TOASTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Core the tomatoes and thinly slice. Place in a colander in the sink and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt; let drain for at least 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes; transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Pour off and reserve the drippings, leaving 1 tablespoon in the skillet; toast the bread on one side in the drippings until golden (do this in batches, adding more drippings as needed). Place the bread, toasted-side down, on a baking sheet.
- Combine the cheeses with the mayonnaise, scallions and parsley in a bowl. Spread the cheese mixture on the toasts, reserving about 1/3 cup. Crumble the bacon on top. Shake any excess liquid from the tomatoes; distribute the zucchini and tomatoes among the toasts. Dot with the reserved cheese mixture and season with pepper. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.
GRILLED BACON, TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy these cheesy skillet grilled sandwiches made using bacon and tomatoes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Top 4 of the bread slices with bacon, tomato and cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices. Spread outside of sandwiches with margarine.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until hot. Place sandwiches, 2 at a time if necessary, in skillet; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 3 g
BACON, TOMATO AND AVOCADO GRILLED CHEESE
Dinner ready in 20 minutes! Serve these cheesy sandwiches filled with bacon, tomato and avocado - a quick and easy recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 1/4 cup cheese on each of 4 bread slices. Divide onion, bacon, tomato and avocado evenly onto bread slices. Top with remaining cheese and bread slices. Spread 2 teaspoons butter over each top slice of bread.
- Place sandwiches, buttered side down, in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Spread remaining butter over top slices of bread. Cook uncovered about 5 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown. Turn; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until bottoms are golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g
CHEESE-BACON STUFFED TOMATOES
Make and share this Cheese-Bacon Stuffed Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by taillightsinsightbb
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 2 tomatoes, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- cut thin slice from top of each tomato.
- scoop out pulp and set aside.
- drain tomatoes up-side down on rack.
- meanwhile in a skillet, cook bacon until almost done.
- drain off fat.
- add green pepper and onion.
- saute until soft.
- remove skillet from heat and blend in cheese, lettuce and tomato pulp.
- sprinkle with cracker crumbs.
- dot each tomato with 1 teaspoon butter.
- place in a buttered baking dish.
- bake in pre-heated 400 degree oven, for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.3, Fat 49.3, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 101.1, Sodium 886.1, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.1
EASY, CREAMY PASTA WITH BACON & TOMATOES
As creamy pasta dishes go, this one is as awesome as it gets. You really can't go wrong with cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic and tomatoes. Oh, and bacon.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir bacon in large skillet on medium heat until crisp; drain. Return bacon to skillet.
- Add cream cheese spread, milk, Parmesan and garlic to skillet; cook 5 to 8 min. or until cream cheese is melted and sauce is heated through, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes; cook and stir 1 min.
- Stir in pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 14 g
BACON CHEESE SPREAD
Each year, I share Christmas cheer by setting up a buffet at my family's hardware store. This cheese spread recipe is always a biggie! -Sharon W. Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crisp; drain. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the next 6 ingredients. Stir in bacon. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use a good quality bacon that is thick and not too fatty. This will give the spread a better flavor and texture.
- If you don't have any fresh tomatoes, you can use a can of diced tomatoes instead. Just be sure to drain them well before adding them to the spread.
- Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or mozzarella. This will help the spread to be smooth and creamy.
- If you want a spicier spread, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Serve the spread warm, with crackers, bread, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Bacon, tomato, and cheese are the perfect combination of flavors, and this spread is a delicious way to enjoy them all. It's easy to make and can be used as an appetizer, snack, or even a main course. Whether you're serving it to guests or just enjoying it yourself, this spread is sure to be a hit.
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