Pimento Cheese & Bacon Crostini Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.Slice a baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 3.Brush the baguette slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• STEP 4.Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crostini are golden and crispy.
• STEP 5.In a mixing bowl, combine grated sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
• STEP 6.Stir until well combined and creamy.
• STEP 7.Spread a generous amount of the pimento cheese mixture onto each crostini.
• STEP 8.Top each crostini with a piece of crispy bacon.
• STEP 9.Serve the Pimento Cheese & Bacon Crostini immediately as an appetizer or snack.

Cooking Tips

• You can make the pimento cheese mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika to the pimento cheese mixture.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use mild cheddar cheese instead of sharp cheddar.
• To make the bacon extra crispy, bake it in the oven on a separate baking sheet at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
• You can also garnish the crostini with chopped fresh parsley or chives for added freshness.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover pimento cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To serve, you can reheat the crostini in a preheated oven at 375°F for a few minutes to crisp them up again.
• Serve the Pimento Cheese & Bacon Crostini as an appetizer at parties, game nights, or any gathering.
• You can also serve them as a snack or light lunch option.