Best 7 Bacon And Cheddar Toasts Recipes

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Indulge in a savory and delectable culinary experience with our tantalizing Bacon and Cheddar Toasts, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Crispy toasted bread serves as the perfect canvas for a rich tapestry of melted cheddar cheese, smoky bacon bits, and a hint of garlic and onion powder. This irresistible appetizer or snack is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to your preferences, with variations including a creamy avocado spread, tangy tomato salsa, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Elevate your next gathering or treat yourself to a satisfying treat with our Bacon and Cheddar Toasts, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

**Additional Recipes Mentioned:**

1. **Bacon and Cheddar Toasts with Avocado:** Experience a creamy and flavorful twist with the addition of a luscious avocado spread. Perfectly ripe avocados are mashed and seasoned with zesty lemon juice, a touch of salt, and a pinch of garlic powder, creating a vibrant and refreshing complement to the crispy toasts.

2. **Bacon and Cheddar Toasts with Tomato Salsa:** Infuse a vibrant and tangy element with our homemade tomato salsa. Fresh tomatoes, diced onions, cilantro, and a hint of lime juice come together in a zesty and aromatic salsa that adds a burst of flavor to each bite.

3. **Bacon and Cheddar Toasts with Fresh Herbs:** Elevate the classic combination with a sprinkle of fragrant fresh herbs. Chopped parsley, chives, or basil lend a vibrant green hue and a delightful herbal aroma, adding a refreshing touch to the savory toasts.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MINI BACON AND CHEESE TOASTS



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This quick and tasty hors d'oeuvre recipe comes to us from Kay Gillis Perry of Silver Spring, Maryland.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 50

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 pound extra-sharp cheddar, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
1 small white onion, coarsely chopped
1 loaf cocktail bread (rye or pumpernickel), sliced 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a food processor, combine cheddar, bacon, and onion. Process until a smooth paste forms, and transfer to a small bowl.
  • Arrange bread on two rimmed baking sheets. Bake until crisp but not browned, about 6 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  • Heat broiler. Top each toast with 2 tablespoons cheese mixture. Broil until topping is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 5 g

BACON-CHEESE APPETIZER TOASTS



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A favorite a parties. The mixture freezes well so it can be prepared ahead of time.

Provided by Singer6

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 35

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup shredded processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
7 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
2 tablespoons butter, or as needed
1 (12 ounce) loaf cocktail-size rye bread

Steps:

  • Mix processed cheese food, Cheddar cheese, bacon, Worcestershire sauce, and dry mustard together in a bowl.
  • Heat skillet over medium heat.
  • Butter both sides of each slice of bread and toast in skillet until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side; arrange onto a baking sheet. Repeat toasting with remaining butter and bread slices.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Spoon cheese-and-bacon mixture atop the toasts. Arrange toasts on a baking sheet.
  • Heat toasts under the broiler until the topping is hot and bubbling, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 182.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BACON AND CHEDDAR TOASTS



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An easy recipe from Gourmet magazine that is one of Ruth Reichl's favorites.

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Onion     Bake     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Horseradish     Cheddar     Bacon     Gourmet     New Jersey     Hors D'Oeuvre     Appetizer     New Year's Eve

Yield Makes 56 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb extra-sharp white Cheddar, coarsely grated (2 cups)
1/2 lb cold sliced lean bacon, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1 1/2 tablespoons drained bottled horseradish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 very thin slices firm white sandwich bread

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Stir together cheese, bacon, onion, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a bowl with a rubber spatula until blended well.
  • Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons mixture evenly to edges of each slice of bread with a small offset spatula or butter knife. Arrange slices in 1 layer on a large baking sheet and freeze, covered with wax paper, until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Trim crusts off bread and reserve for another use (see cooks' note, below), then cut each slice into 4 squares. Bake toasts on baking sheet until beginning to brown on edges, about 20 minutes.

CHEDDAR BACON TOASTS



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Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup or can be served as an after-school snack.-Mary Martin, Columbus, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 loaf unsliced French bread (1 pound)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cheese, mayonnaise and bacon. Cut the bread into 24 slices, about 1/2 in. each. Spread the cheese mixture on 1 side of each slice. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BACON AVOCADO TOASTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted and peeled
3 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 slices smoked bacon
4 slices sourdough or crusty white bread, sliced 3/4-inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler.
  • Mash the avocados in a medium bowl until slightly chunky. Stir in the scallions, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and set aside.
  • Arrange the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook until brown and crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve the drippings in the skillet. Brush each slice of bread with some bacon drippings. Arrange the bread on a baking sheet, bacon dripping side-up, and broil until lightly toasted.
  • Spread each toast with 1/4 of the mashed avocado, break each piece of bacon in half and top each toast with 2 halves.

BACON-TOMATO CHEESE TOASTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ripe tomatoes
Kosher salt
8 strips bacon
4 slices Texas toast or other thick sandwich bread
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
3/4 cup grated part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
5 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 small zucchini, very thinly sliced
Freshly ground pepper

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.

CHEDDAR BACON TOASTS



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Make and share this Cheddar Bacon Toasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 (1 lb) French bread

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cheese, mayonnaise and bacon.
  • Cut the bread into 24 slices; each about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Spread the cheese mixture on one side of each slice.
  • Place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 425 for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 451.6, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right bread: Thick, sturdy bread, such as sourdough or French bread, will hold up better to the toppings and prevent them from making the bread soggy.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your bacon and cheddar toasts will taste. Look for thick-cut bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and flavorful bread.
  • Cook the bacon until it's crispy: Crispy bacon is the key to great bacon and cheddar toasts. Cook it in a skillet over medium heat until it's browned and crispy on both sides.
  • Use plenty of cheese: Don't be shy with the cheese! Use a generous amount so that every bite is loaded with cheesy goodness.
  • Broil the toasts until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will give the cheese a nice golden brown color and make it irresistibly gooey.

Conclusion:

Bacon and cheddar toasts are a quick, easy, and delicious snack or meal. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful snack, give bacon and cheddar toasts a try!

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