Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 toutons (traditional Newfoundland fried dough)
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special Equipment Needed:
- Skillet
- Toothpicks
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. Cut toutons in half and place them in the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
3. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the mayonnaise mixture on each touton half.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mayonnaise mixture.
6. Crumble the cooked bacon and sprinkle on top of the cheese.
7. Add diced green onions and diced tomatoes on top of the bacon.
8. Fold the touton in half and secure with a toothpick.
9. Place the touton wraps back in the skillet and cook until the cheese is melted and the toutons are heated through.
10. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Skillet should be heated to medium-high heat.
Serving size:
- This recipe makes 6 touton wraps.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of toutons, you can use tortillas or pita bread.
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or turkey.
- Instead of cheddar cheese, you can use mozzarella or pepper jack cheese.
Variations:
- Add cooked scrambled eggs to the touton wraps for a breakfast twist.
- Add sliced avocado on top of the bacon for a creamy texture.
- Use different types of cheese for different flavor profiles.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to cook the toutons until they are golden brown to ensure they are crispy.
- Crumble the bacon into small pieces for easier wrapping.
- Use toothpicks to secure the touton wraps to prevent them from falling apart.
Storage Instructions:
- Store leftover touton wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- To reheat, place the touton wraps in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the touton wraps on a platter with toothpicks for easy serving.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with additional diced green onions and diced tomatoes for added color and flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or soup for a complete meal.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Tomato soup
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the touton wraps are falling apart, use more toothpicks to secure them.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon until it is crispy and fully cooked to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food History:
- Toutons are a traditional Newfoundland dish made with fried dough.
Flavor Profiles:
- The touton wraps have a crispy texture from the fried dough, a salty flavor from the bacon, and a creamy texture from the cheese and mayonnaise mixture.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the touton wraps as an appetizer or a main dish.
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