Simple Farmstyle Belgian Endive With Bacon and Blue Cheese

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Simple and delicious Farmstyle Belgian Endive recipe with bacon and blue cheese

Simple Farmstyle Belgian Endive With Bacon and Blue Cheese

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

Fat

16g

Belgian endive is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to appetizers. This farmstyle Belgian endive recipe combines the bitterness of the endive with the saltiness of the bacon and the creaminess of the blue cheese. The result is a dish that is flavorful and satisfying. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, this recipe is sure to be a hit with your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Cut the bacon into small pieces and place in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the bacon until it is crispy and golden brown.
3.	While the bacon is cooking, cut the Belgian endive in half lengthwise. Place the endive halves in a baking dish.
4.	Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the endive halves.
5.	Sprinkle the ground nutmeg and white pepper over the endive halves.
6.	Once the bacon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain.
7.	Crumble the blue cheese over the endive halves.
8.	Place the bacon on top of the blue cheese.
9.	Bake the endive halves in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and golden brown.

PROS

This farmstyle Belgian endive recipe is easy to make and has a unique flavor that will impress your guests.

The combination of bacon and blue cheese gives it a savory taste that is hard to resist.

CONS

Belgian endive can have a slightly bitter taste that may not be to everyone’s liking.

The dish is also high in calories and fat due to the bacon and blue cheese, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Belgian endive is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
It is particularly high in vitamin C, which is important for immune function and skin health.

	3 heads Belgian endive
	1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1/2 teaspoon white pepper
	6 -12 slices bacon ( depending on size )
	3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	3 1/2 ounces blue cheese ( your choice )