| Garlic Confit Cream Cheese Bagels |
A delightful twist on the classic cream cheese bagel with roasted... |
breakfast, brunch, bagel, cream cheese, garlic confit, tomato bagel |
{"title":"Garlic Confit Cream Cheese Bagels","description":"A delightful twist on the classic cream cheese bagel with roasted garlic, herbs, and heirloom tomatoes.","prep_time":"5 mins","cook_time":"1 hour","total_time":"1 hour 5 mins","servings":"2","tags":["breakfast","brunch","bagel","cream cheese","garlic confit","tomato bagel"],"components":[{"name":"Garlic Confit Cream Cheese Spread","ingredients":[{"name":"garlic bulb","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"slice the top off to expose cloves","substitutions":[]},{"name":"cream cheese","quantity":"250 g (9 oz)","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"chives","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"chopped","substitutions":[]},{"name":"basil","quantity":"1\/2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"finely chopped","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["sharp knife","oven proof dish","bowl","fork or spoon"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Preheat the oven to 160\u00b0C \/ 320\u00b0F.","tips":""},{"step_number":2,"description":"Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose cloves. Place in an oven proof dish, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 1 hour.","tips":"Choose a dish that fits the garlic snugly to prevent oil from burning."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Cool garlic slightly, then squeeze roasted cloves out of their skins.","tips":"Use a napkin to hold the garlic if it's still warm."},{"step_number":4,"description":"In a bowl, mash roasted garlic with cream cheese, chives, basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.","tips":"For a smoother texture, use a food processor."}]},{"name":"Bagel Assembly","ingredients":[{"name":"heirloom tomato","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"sliced","substitutions":["truss tomato","roma tomato","cherry tomatoes"]},{"name":"bagels","quantity":"4","preparation_notes":"cut in half","substitutions":[]},{"name":"olive oil","quantity":"as needed","preparation_notes":"for frying and drizzling","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"pepper","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["saucepan"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Cut bagels in half and drizzle cut sides with olive oil.","tips":"Use a brush for even coating."},{"step_number":2,"description":"In a saucepan over low-medium heat, fry the bagels, olive oil side down, until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes.","tips":"Fry in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Spread a generous amount of cream cheese mixture on the bottom half of each bagel.","tips":"Using a spoon or spatula makes spreading easier."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Top with a slice of tomato, season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.","tips":"Pat the tomato slice dry to prevent sogginess."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Cover with the other half of the bagel, cut in half and serve.","tips":"Serve immediately for best taste."}]}],"full_ingredient_list":["1 garlic bulb","250 g cream cheese","1 tbsp chives","1\/2 tbsp basil","1 heirloom tomato","4 bagels","olive oil","salt","pepper"],"notes":"Experiment with different herbs like parsley or dill for variations on the flavor profile."} |
