WARM ASPARAGUS AND BACON TOAST WITH RED PEPPER-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

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Warm Asparagus and Bacon Toast with Red Pepper-Shallot Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces thin or medium asparagus, trimmed
4 slices bacon, halved crosswise
4 (3/4-inch-thick slices) thick-crusted country bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 slices mozzarella or Monterey Jack
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1/4 cup pitted kalamata or black olives, chopped
3 shallots, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, roasted, peeled, and cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet in 4 bunches of 4 or 5. Place 2 pieces of bacon over each bunch, forming an X. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is partially cooked. Remove from the oven, leaving the oven on.
  • Lightly toast the bread in the oven. In a small bowl, combine the oil and garlic and brush on the bread. Transfer each bundle of asparagus and bacon to a slice of bread and top with a slice of cheese. Place on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  • To serve, spoon 1/4 of the vinaigrette on each of 4 plates. Place a warm toast on each pool vinaigrette.
  • To make the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chives, olives, shallots, and bell pepper; set aside.

Qaswer Abbas
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


anwarsherswate
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat asparagus. My kids loved the bacon and the red pepper vinaigrette. They even asked for seconds!


Kapilvastu nepal
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus was roasted perfectly and the bacon and red pepper vinaigrette really made the dish.


taha mehdi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I used a different type of bread than the recipe called for, but it still turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Kenny Dixon
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The asparagus was tender and the bacon was crispy. The red pepper vinaigrette was a bit too tangy for my taste, so I added a little bit of honey to balance it out.


EYORIKA TECH ETHIO EUREKA
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This dish is so delicious and flavorful. The asparagus is roasted to perfection and the bacon is crispy. The red pepper vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Suzie Daisy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for brunch, lunch, and dinner and it's always a hit.


TAHSIN Official Channel
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from a salad I made earlier in the week and this was the perfect way to use it up. The bacon and red pepper vinaigrette really make this dish.


Extra Fashions
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Made this for brunch this morning and it was a hit! The asparagus was perfectly roasted and the bacon was crispy. The red pepper vinaigrette added a nice tangy flavor. Will definitely make this again.


Kasande Monick
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This asparagus and bacon toast is a delightful and easy-to-make dish. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect, with the salty bacon, sweet asparagus, and tangy red pepper vinaigrette complementing each other beautifully. I highly recommend