APPLE BACON CHEDDAR CROSTINI

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Bacon and apples are topped on French bread! Relish this cheesy crostini for appetizers. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon
4 cups finely chopped peeled apples (3 medium)
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons apple juice
24 slices (1/2 inch thick) baguette French bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
Additional fresh thyme sprigs, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve drippings in skillet.
  • Cook apples and gingerroot in bacon drippings over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and tender. Stir in brown sugar, thyme and salt. Cook 1 minute; stir in apple juice. Cook 1 minute; remove from heat. Cool completely.
  • Heat oven to 450°F. Place baguette slices in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush with 1 tablespoon of the oil. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until toasted. Turn slices over; brush with remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until toasted.
  • In skillet, add cheese and bacon to apples; toss. Place about 1 tablespoon apple mixture on each baguette slice. Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish with thyme sprigs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 197 mg

Rocky star J
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These crostini are a great way to add some variety to your appetizers. They're always a hit at parties.


Asma Ashraf
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I love how versatile these crostini are. I can use different types of apples, bacon, and cheese to create different flavor combinations.


Victory Shatimwene
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These crostini are the perfect snack. They're small and easy to eat, and they're always a hit with my friends.


Otho Walker
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These crostini are now my go-to appetizer for parties.


D J Miju
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These crostini are a great way to impress your guests. They're easy to make and they look very elegant.


Shanta Sha
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I've never made crostini before, but these were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.


FF Lover
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These crostini are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Miley Dean
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I love the combination of flavors in these crostini. The sweet apples, salty bacon, and sharp cheddar are a perfect match.


cody johnson
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These crostini are a great way to use up leftover apples and bacon.


Rifoy Khan
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I made these crostini for my family and they loved them. Even my picky kids ate them!


Fazal Jaan
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These crostini are the perfect finger food. They're small and easy to eat, and they're always a hit at parties.


Sua1948 Ahmed
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I love how easy these crostini are to make. I can have them ready in no time.


Rose Jerryrose
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These crostini are delicious! The bacon and cheddar add a nice savory flavor to the sweet apples.


Rafiq Taib
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I've made these crostini several times and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.


chandra Reshmi
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These crostini are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


MD JAHIDUL
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I made these crostini for a potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them!


Koyal Chy
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These crostini were a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet apples, salty bacon, and sharp cheddar was irresistible.