Smoked Pimiento Cheese Crostini Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 48 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)
• CARAMELIZED ONIONS:
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Dash dried rosemary, crushed
• Dash dried thyme
• PIMIENTO CHEESE:
• 2-1/2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
• 2-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 jars (4 ounces each) diced pimientos, drained
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 9 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled