Elegant Open Baguette: Perfect for Holiday Parties and Wine Pairings!
A Stunning Appetizer: Elevate Your Home Party with Baby Greens Open Baguette
This recipe for open baguette is simple yet incredibly impressive, making it an ideal choice for home parties and special gatherings. Fresh greens and flavorful ingredients are beautifully layered on a crisp baguette, creating a delightful appetizer that pairs wonderfully with wine.
Ingredients
- Baby greens, 60g
- Baguette, 6 slices
- Bacon, 3 slices
- Cherry tomatoes, 3 pieces
- Hard-boiled eggs, 2
- Mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp
- Mustard sauce, 1 Tbsp
- Honey, 1 Tbsp
- Unsalted butter, 1 Tbsp
- Balsamic glaze, as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the bacon. Thinly slice the bacon strips. Heat a pan over medium heat, add the sliced bacon, and cook until it’s golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, place the bacon on a paper towel to absorb excess grease and set aside.
Step 2
Prepare the baguette slices. Cut the baguette into 6 equal portions. Spread a thin layer of unsalted butter evenly on one side of each baguette slice. Place the buttered side down in a pan and lightly toast until golden and slightly crisp. This step enhances the baguette’s flavor and texture.
Step 3
Let’s make a delicious dressing! In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of mustard sauce, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Whisk gently until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a balanced sweet and tangy sauce.
Step 4
Spread the prepared sauce evenly over the toasted baguette slices. Ensure a good coating on each piece for maximum flavor.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to add the fresh greens. Generously pile the washed baby greens onto the sauce-covered baguette slices. The crisp texture of the greens will add a refreshing contrast to the richer flavors.
Step 6
Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them into moderate thickness. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Artfully arrange the sliced hard-boiled eggs and halved cherry tomatoes on top of the baby greens.
Step 7
Finally, chop the crispy cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces and scatter them over the top. Drizzle with balsamic glaze according to your preference. Your elegant open baguette, perfect for a festive home party or a delightful wine accompaniment, is now ready to be enjoyed!
