STUFFED SQUASH BLOSSOMS WITH CREAM CHEESE AND BACON
My own recipe for stuffed deep-fried squash blossoms, adapted from others using cream cheese as the filling base.
Provided by beffymaroo
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 5-6 blossoms, 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the cream cheese in a bowl to soften for a few minutes before you start.
- Combine basil, bacon, salt, pepper, onion, and cream cheese.
- Spoon about 1 tsp or a little more of the cream cheese mixture into the blossoms, depending on their size.
- Gently twist the ends of the petals together.
- Combine flour and cornmeal, with a little salt if you like.
- Whisk egg white into water thoroughly.
- Dip each blossom into the egg white mixture, keeping petals twisted, then roll it in the flour/cornmeal.
- Place filled blossoms in the fridge for 7-10 minutes.
- Heat 1-2" oil in a sturdy pot, to about 350 degrees F.
- Fry blossoms until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Drain on paper towels and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 28.3, Sodium 192.9, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1, Protein 6.1
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Licki Jay
licki@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my squash blossoms didn't turn out crispy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Queen Olivious
o.q@aol.comThese were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Sanju Buddik
s_buddik79@hotmail.frI'm not a huge fan of squash blossoms, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The cream cheese and bacon filling really made the dish.
Hm:Arshadul huq
h-h@hotmail.comThese were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth the effort. They were so delicious!
Mugole Bashir
bm91@gmail.comI was looking for a new recipe to try with squash blossoms, and this one did not disappoint. The cream cheese and bacon filling was a perfect combination.
MDImran Hasan
h-mdimran81@hotmail.comThese were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I'm definitely going to make them again.
sayed ilyas
silyas@gmail.comI've never had stuffed squash blossoms before, but these were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.
Joseph Nkwa
josephnkwa@hotmail.comThese were delicious! I made them for my family and they all loved them.
COADY 666
6-coady37@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's a great way to use up extra squash blossoms from my garden.
OfficialG0LDENPJ
officialg0ldenpj30@gmail.comThese were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. The stuffed squash blossoms were beautiful and delicious. I would definitely make them again for a special occasion.
Joann Langcasan
l@hotmail.frI was a bit hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The squash blossoms were delicate and flavorful, and the filling was creamy and savory. I'll definitely be making this again.
Samuel richies
richies@hotmail.co.ukThese were so easy to make and turned out so tasty! I used goat cheese instead of cream cheese, and they were still delicious.
Ssempijja Micheal
m-s@gmail.comI've made these stuffed squash blossoms several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The cream cheese and bacon filling is the perfect combination of flavors.
ujwal Pahim
pu@gmail.comThis recipe was an absolute hit at my dinner party! The stuffed squash blossoms were crispy, savory, and oh-so-delicious. My guests raved about them, and I'm already planning to make them again next week.