Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of broiled blue cheese and bacon-wrapped tomatoes, a symphony of savory and tangy notes that will delight your taste buds. This delectable appetizer, courtesy of AliceRecipes, is a culinary masterpiece that combines the richness of blue cheese, the smoky allure of bacon, and the juicy sweetness of tomatoes, all harmoniously orchestrated under the broiler's golden heat. Brace yourself for an explosion of textures and flavors as you bite into these delectable morsels, where the creamy blue cheese melts into the roasted tomatoes, while the crispy bacon adds a delightful crunch.
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BROILED BLUE CHEESE AND BACON TOMATOES
Make and share this Broiled Blue Cheese and Bacon Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jkoch960
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500. Line a small rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs, blue cheese, bacon, and green onion. Add butter, stirring to mix well. Place tomatoes, cut sides up, on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle tomato halves evenly with salt and pepper. Divide cracker mixture evenly amoung tomato halves.
- Broil, 5 inches from heat, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.5, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 679.2, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 8.7
HEARTS OF ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE AND BACON
Combine the enhanced flavor of romaine with smidgens of bacon and our irresistible blue cheese dressing, and that old-fashioned wedge of lettuce becomes a slice of heaven.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Lay the bacon strips on a roasting rack and bake in the oven until crisp, about 20 minutes. (To make bacon curls: Wrap each slice of raw bacon around a metal skewer in a barber-pole fashion and lay the skewers on the roasting rack.) Pat dry with a paper towel. When cool enough to handle, break into pieces or in half, if using curls.
- Put the egg in a small saucepan with enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, cover, and remove from the heat. Set aside for 10 minutes. Drain the egg and roll it between your palm and the counter to crack the shell, then peel under cool running water. Rub the egg through a fine-mesh strainer and set aside.
- Remove the large outer leaves from the romaine hearts and rinse. Chop these leaves into bite-size pieces and spin dry. (Use an extremely sharp knife to minimize bruising the edges.) Halve the hearts through the cores to make 4 wedges. Rinse under cold running water and shake to air dry.
- Divide the wedges among 4 plates. Mound some of the chopped romaine on top and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spoon about 1/4 cup of Blue Cheese Dressing over each salad and top with some of the sieved egg and bacon. Pass the remaining dressing at the table.
- Pulse the mayonnaise, blue cheese, buttermilk, shallot, lemon zest, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and celery seeds in a food processor to make a chunky but pourable sauce. Stir in the parsley and season with plenty of pepper. Use immediately or refrigerate in a tightly sealed container for up to 3 days.
AVOCADO-TOMATO SALAD WITH BACON AND BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the tomatoes in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; set aside until juicy, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool slightly, then crumble into bite-size pieces.
- Pit and peel the avocado; cut into 1/2-inch pieces and toss with the lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes and gently toss. Drizzle with the dressing and top with the bacon, chives and blue cheese.
- Puree 1/2 cup each crumbled blue cheese and sour cream, 1/3 cup buttermilk, 1 small garlic clove (smashed) and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar in a blender. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/4 cup more blue cheese, 2 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce and/or hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Makes about 2 cups.)
BACON CHEESE & TOMATO - BROILED OPEN FACE SANDWICH
One of my favorites. I have two rules for this sandwich. Always use Pepperidge Farm Original White Bread and make two per person as one is never enough.
Provided by ExercisingChef
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pre-heat broiler.
- Place bread on a broiler safe pan. Top each slice of bread with a slice of cheese then a slice of tomato. Depending on how big your tomato slice is you may want to put on two but keep it a single layer of tomato. Cut each slice of bacon into 2 pieces. Then lay 3 of the pieces on each sandwich. Broil until bacon is crisp and cheese melted. Bread and cheese may get a little burnt. That makes it better!
- Note: Originally I put raw bacon on the sandwich and cooked it all the way under the broiler. Now I cut the strips in half and partiality cook in micro-wave and then put on sandwich and broil to finish cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 34.5, Sodium 735.9, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.4, Protein 13.3
BROILED TOMATOES
Not only a simple, tasty side dish, but also a good way to style up breakfast or brunch. The balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang and a real pop of flavor.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Tomato Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place an oven rack 6 inches from the top of the oven, preheat the broiler, and and arrange tomato slices on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Combine olive oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl and brush onto the tops of the tomatoes.
- Combine bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl and sprinkle the mixture over the tomatoes.
- Place under the broiler until topping starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.
- Transfer tomatoes to a plate, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 126.7 mg
BROILED BLUE CHEESE TOMATOES
These broiled tomatoes have a crispy, buttery topping that complements the salty blue cheese and sweet tomatoes perfectly. They are excellent served with a grilled steak and a nice glass of Cabernet.
Provided by France C
Categories Tomato Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set an oven rack 4 to 5 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in panko bread crumbs and garlic powder until well combined and cook until bread crumbs are very lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise and place on a baking sheet, cut sides up. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil tomatoes until warmed through and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
- Finely chop blue cheese if there are any large chunks. Sprinkle on top of tomatoes, then top with bread crumb mixture. Broil until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown, about 1 more minute. Watch carefully, as bread crumbs can burn quickly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 166.1 mg
Tips:
- For the best results, use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. Look for tomatoes that are deep in color and free of blemishes.
- If you don't have bacon on hand, you can substitute pancetta or prosciutto.
- If you're using a broiler, preheat it to high before cooking the tomatoes. This will help to prevent the tomatoes from sticking to the pan.
- Watch the tomatoes closely while they're broiling. They should be cooked until they're softened and slightly charred, but not burned.
- Serve the tomatoes immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
Broiled blue cheese and bacon tomatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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