Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of pizza dough
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle shape.
3. In a bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the cheese and bacon mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
5. Roll up the pizza dough tightly, starting from the long side, into a log shape.
6. Cut the log into 1-inch pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake the bollen in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve the baked bollen warm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 437
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 17g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with any other type of cheese you prefer.
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or sausage.
Variations:
- You can add other ingredients to the cheese and bacon mixture, such as diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or olives.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll up the pizza dough tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- You can brush the top of the bollen with melted butter before baking to make it more golden and crispy.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover baked bollen in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the baked bollen, place them in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the baked bollen on a platter with some fresh herbs or sliced green onions on top.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the baked bollen with some chopped parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve the baked bollen with a side salad or some roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Roasted broccoli
- Grilled asparagus
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bollen are not golden brown after 20-25 minutes, you can increase the oven temperature to 400°F and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the cheese mixture.
Food history:
- Bollen is a traditional Dutch pastry that is typically filled with raisins or currants.
Flavor profiles:
- The baked bollen with cheese and bacon has a savory and cheesy flavor with a hint of smokiness from the bacon.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the baked bollen as an appetizer or a snack.
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