Imagine the perfect blend of Southern comfort food and sophisticated appetizers. That’s exactly what you get with Pimento Cheese and Bacon Crostini.

This no-bake recipe combines the creamy, tangy goodness of homemade pimento cheese with the crisp texture of fresh baguette slices, all topped with savory bacon pieces. It’s a flavor explosion that’s as easy to make as it is to devour.

How to Make Pimento Cheese and Bacon Crostini

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded by hand
4 oz whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp pimiento, finely chopped
1/2 tsp hot sauce
1/2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp bacon pieces
1 loaf baguette bread, sliced

Step by Step Guide

1. Shred the cheddar cheese, and chop the pimientos.

2. In a bowl add the whipped cream cheese, garlic, and mayonnaise.

4. Add the Pimiento.

5. Add the hot sauce.

6. Add Cayenne Pepper.

7. Add the Cheddar Cheese.

7. Mix everything well. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours so that the flavors will blend together.

8. Once ready to serve, start by slicing the bread on and angle into 24 pieces, roughly ⅓ inch slices.

9. Arrange slices of bread on a platter, and spread about a teaspoon or so of cheese mixture onto each one.

5. Top with bacon pieces.

There you have it! Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard barbecue, a sophisticated cocktail party, or anything in between, these Pimento Cheese and Bacon Crostini are elegant enough for a special occasion but approachable enough for everyday enjoyment.

So, the next time you’re looking for an appetizer that combines Southern charm with gourmet flair, give these Pimento Cheese and Bacon Crostini a try.

Ingredients

4 oz sharp cheddar cheese,shredded by hand
4 oz whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp pimiento, finely chopped
1/2 tsp hot sauce
1/2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp bacon pieces
1 loaf baguette bread, sliced

Instructions

Shred the cheddar cheese, and chop the pimientos.
Add the first 7 ingredients to a small bowl, and mix together. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours so that the flavors will blend together.
Once ready to serve, start by slicing the bread on and angle into 24 pieces, roughly ⅓ inch slices.
Arrange slices of bread on a platter, and spread about a teaspoon or so of cheese mixture onto each one.
Top with bacon pieces.

Author: carlycampbell