Smoky Gratin Canadian Gruyere Bites
A unique twist on traditional Japanese appetizers, combining smoky flavors with hearty, crispy elements.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup gruyere cheese
- ●6 slices canadian baconpreferably thick-cut
- ●1 baguette hearty whole wheat breadcut into 1/2-inch cubes
- ●1 tsp smoky paprika
- ●1/2 cup gratin cheeseshredded
- ●2 large eggs
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cut the Canadian bacon into 1-inch pieces and cook in a pan until crispy. Set aside.
- 3
Cube the bread and place half in a food processor. Pulse until coarse crumbs form.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the grated Gruyere cheese, cooked Canadian bacon, bread crumbs, smoky paprika, eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 5
Transfer the mixture to a greased mini muffin tin, pressing the mixture firmly into each cup.
- 6
Top each cup with the remaining bread crumbs and grated Gruyere cheese.
- 7
Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
Serve warm, garnished with additional smoky paprika if desired.