Bacon Jam Crostini with Melted Brie and Roasted Tomatoes

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Health score
6%
Bacon Jam Crostini with Melted Brie and Roasted Tomatoes
70 min.
4
263kcal

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If you’re looking to impress your friends at your next gathering, look no further than these scrumptious Bacon Jam Crostini with Melted Brie and Roasted Tomatoes! This delightful combination of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors is the perfect appetizer to kick off your meal or to serve as a standout snack. The rich bacon jam, with its umami-packed goodness, pairs beautifully with the velvety melted brie that just oozes deliciousness. Add the warmth of roasted tomatoes and a touch of peppery arugula, and you'll have a gourmet treat that’s incredibly easy to prepare.

The key to this recipe lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of quality ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create an elegant dish that not only looks stunning but also tantalizes the taste buds. In about 70 minutes, you can serve four people a dish that is as popular as it is satisfying, boasting only 263 calories per serving. Whether it’s for a cozy evening with friends or a festive holiday party, these crostini promise to be a hit at any occasion. So why wait? Dive into the pleasure of crafting these Bacon Jam Crostini, and elevate your appetizer game to a new level!

Ingredients

  • handful arugula 
  • slices bread 
  • ounces round of président brie sliced
  • 0.3 cup bacon jam 
  • teaspoon oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • small tomatoes cut in half

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet with the cut side up, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper and roast in a preheated 350F oven for an hour. (Note this step can be done ahead of time.)
  2. Spread the bacon jam onto the bread, top with the brie and broil in the oven until the brie has melted, about 2-3 minutes.Top the crostini with the arugula and roast tomatoes and server warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories263kcal
Protein15.01%
Fat33.83%
Carbs51.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.94
Glycemic Load
19.48
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.510000060434%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.62mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
1.83mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.11kcal
13.16%
Fat:9.96g
15.32%
Saturated Fat:5.21g
32.58%
Carbohydrates:33.88g
11.29%
Net Carbohydrates:31.81g
11.57%
Sugar:14.43g
16.03%
Cholesterol:28.35mg
9.45%
Sodium:582.57mg
25.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.94g
19.88%
Vitamin A:1044.51IU
20.89%
Folate:73.5µg
18.38%
Vitamin C:15.09mg
18.29%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.93%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.36%
Selenium:10.06µg
14.36%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.35%
Vitamin K:14.96µg
14.25%
Phosphorus:112.17mg
11.22%
Calcium:107.23mg
10.72%
Vitamin B3:2.12mg
10.62%
Potassium:333.29mg
9.52%
Iron:1.67mg
9.28%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.03%
Fiber:2.08g
8.31%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.8%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.46%
Magnesium:27.2mg
6.8%
Copper:0.12mg
6.15%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.83%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.24%