Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blue Cheese French Bread, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. This delectable treat combines the richness of blue cheese with the crispy texture of French bread, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this versatile dish serves as an excellent appetizer, snack, or side dish, leaving you and your guests craving more. Dive into the world of Blue Cheese French Bread and discover three irresistible variations: a classic recipe that captures the essence of this dish, a bacon-wrapped version that adds a smoky and meaty twist, and a vegetarian alternative featuring roasted red peppers for a vibrant and flavorful experience. Each recipe is carefully crafted with easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve perfect results. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transform your kitchen into a bakery filled with the irresistible aroma of Blue Cheese French Bread.
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CHEESE & ONION FRENCH BREAD
Jazz up a loaf of French bread in a hurry! Mayo keeps the bread moist, while the cheese and green onion add savory, heartwarming flavor. Try this bread with other favorite entrees. Carolyn Schmeling - Brookfield, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cheese blend, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and onions; spread over cut sides of bread., Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
BLUE CHEESE SWIRL BREAD
This easy skillet bread gets lightly crusty on the outside, but stays soft and fluffy inside. The dough is shaped into a log, then blue cheese is pressed into the dough before it's rolled into a spiral. The finished loaf smells amazing, and looks like it took way more effort than it did. Serve alongside soups or stews, or all on its own as a tasty snack.
Provided by Erin Jeanne McDowell
Categories breads, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h
Yield About 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and butter over medium until the butter is melted. Add the cool water and stir to combine. The mixture should feel just warm to the touch (about 95 degrees). If needed, let cool before using.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, combine the flour, yeast, salt and milk mixture on low speed, 3 minutes. Increase the speed to medium and continue to mix until smooth, another 3 minutes.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly greased medium bowl and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Let rise for 1 hour in a warm place. Generously grease a 10-inch cast-iron or oven-safe skillet with about 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a log about 22 inches long and 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Press the crumbled blue cheese into the log in a long stripe down the middle.
- Starting at one end, roll the log into a spiral (the blue cheese should mostly be folded inside the spiral). Place the dough into the prepared skillet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until noticeably puffy, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and one below. Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Uncover the dough, and brush the surface with heavy cream.
- Place a baking sheet on the lower rack of the oven to catch any cheese that may bubble over. Bake the bread on the middle rack until the bread is golden-brown, 30 to 35 minutes. (It should have an internal temperature of 195 degrees in the thickest part of the loaf.)
- Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 272 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI
"My sister-in-law gave me this great recipe, which includes two of my favorite ingredients-blue cheese and pears. Yum!" writes Kate Hilts of Grand Rapids, Michigan. TIP: "Instead of a loaf of French bread, I usually buy a baguette and cut it at an angle to give the slices a nice look," Kate adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 15 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in the blue cheese and walnuts. Spread evenly over toasted bread. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Core pear and cut into 30 thin slices. Place two pear slices on each crostini. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BLUE CHEESE FRENCH BREAD
This is a nice variation of the standard garlic bread. I've also added some garlic powder to the butter mixture.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Breads
Time 20m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix butter, blue cheese and Parmesan cheese thoroughly.
- Cut bread loaf into 1-inch slices.
- Spread butter mixture on cut sides of bread.
- Reassemble loaf.
- Wrap in piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil; seal securely.
- Heat on grill about 4-inches from medium coals for 15-20 minutes, or heat in 350 oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.5, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 168.3, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.2
BLUE CHEESE BREAD
Categories Bread Food Processor Broil Quick & Easy Blue Cheese Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Blend cheese and butter in processor until smooth. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)
- Preheat broiler. Broil bread crust side up until crisp. Turn and broil cut side until light brown. Spread cheese mixture over cut side of bread. Sprinkle liberally with pepper. Broil until cheese bubbles and begins to brown. Remove from broiler and sprinkle bread with celery. Cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces.
Tips:
- Choose the right cheese: Not all blue cheeses are created equal. For this recipe, you'll want to use a blue cheese that is creamy and flavorful, such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola, or Stilton.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to this bread. If you can, use fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary.
- Don't overmix the dough: The dough should be just mixed until it comes together. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: This will help the dough to rise properly and produce a light and airy bread.
- Bake the bread until it is golden brown: The bread is done baking when it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Conclusion:
This blue cheese french bread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. It is perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. The combination of creamy blue cheese, fresh herbs, and crispy bread is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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