Ham Bagel With Smashed Avocado, Tomato, And Roasted Jalapeno Cream Cheese Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• STEP 2.Slice the jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
• STEP 3.Place the jalapeno halves on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the skin is charred and blistered.
• STEP 4.Remove the jalapeno from the oven and let it cool. Once cooled, finely chop the roasted jalapeno.
• STEP 5.In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and chopped roasted jalapeno until well combined.
• STEP 6.Slice the bagel in half and toast it to your desired level of crispiness.
• STEP 7.Spread the smashed avocado on one half of the toasted bagel.
• STEP 8.Layer the ham slices on top of the avocado.
• STEP 9.Place the tomato slices on top of the ham.
• STEP 10.Spread the roasted jalapeno cream cheese on the other half of the toasted bagel.
• STEP 11.Bring both halves of the bagel together to form a sandwich.
• STEP 12.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra heat, leave some of the jalapeno seeds in the cream cheese.
• You can add additional toppings such as lettuce, red onion, or pickles.
• To make it a vegetarian option, omit the ham and add extra veggies like cucumber or bell peppers.

Storage and Serving

• This Ham Bagel is best enjoyed immediately after assembly.
• If you have leftover roasted jalapeno cream cheese, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To serve, you can warm the assembled bagel in a toaster oven or enjoy it cold.