When we put a dinner together for friends or our family, we often put the majority of the effort into the main dish. Although it certainly is worthy of attention, don’t underestimate the benefits of putting out a nice appetizer as well. It helps to whet a person’s appetite and when it is delicious, it can even be a very popular part of the meal.
You may have some favorite appetizers that you enjoy making for your family but don’t overlook these bacon, cheddar and jalapeno pinwheels. They are not only a delicious flavor combination, they are a lot of fun to eat as well. Put these down on the table tonight before serving the main dish and you will find that they disappear quite quickly. That is why I always recommend that you make extra, because you might just want some yourself.
Ingredients:
1 can of Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1-2 tablespoon(s) diced jalapeños
5 slices crisp bacon, diced/crumbled
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix cream cheese, bacon and jalapeños together in a small bowl and set aside.
Roll out crescent roll dough and lightly press seams together to form a sheet.
Layer ingredients evenly on the dough, reserving about 2 tablespoons of cheddar, and roll lengthwise.
Cut into 3/4″ slices and place 2″ apart on a foil- or parchment-lined cookie sheet. Top with reserved shredded cheddar, if desired.
Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until bread begins to brown.
Allow to cool slightly before plating and serving.