CHEESY BACON AND LEEK TOAST

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices bacon, chopped
1 leek (white and light green parts only), sliced and well rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon mustard powder
2 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
6 thick slices sourdough or other crusty bread
1 bunch watercress, trimmed
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Set aside 1 1/2 teaspoons of the drippings. Add the leek to the skillet with the bacon and cook until softened, 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Combine the milk, 1 tablespoon butter and the mustard powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat and stir until the butter melts. Gradually add the cheese; whisk until melted and smooth but do not boil. (The sauce may look separated.) Add the egg yolks and cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper.
  • Toast the bread and spread with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter; cut in half. Top with the bacon-leek mixture, then cover with the cheese sauce. Toss the watercress with the vinegar and the reserved drippings (rewarm if needed); season with salt and pepper. Serve with the toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calorie, Fat 38 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Cholesterol 198 milligrams, Sodium 672 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams

Ebrahim Dali
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Noor ul Huda
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I'm going to try making this toast with different types of cheese next time. I think it would be great with cheddar or gruyere.


Abdullah Minahil
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This toast is the perfect way to use up leftover bacon and leeks.


cara divelbiss
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Opeyemi Isadare
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This toast is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, bacony, and leeky. What more could you ask for?


Jackie Thompson
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This is my new go-to recipe for a quick and easy lunch. It's so versatile and I can always find something to put on top of it.


Roselle Batalla
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The leeks were perfectly cooked and they added a nice subtle flavor to the dish.


Saran shrestha
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This toast is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different types of cheese and toppings to create different variations.


Lucy Miracle
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and flavorful leeks. It was the perfect finger food.


Bilawal Rajpoot
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This cheesy bacon and leek toast was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect and the bread was toasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.