Baked Olive Bundles Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the savory goodness of Baked Olive Bundles, a delightful treat perfect for lunches or snacks. These bundles, bursting with flavor, are easy to make and sure to impress your taste buds and guests alike. With a blend of gooey mozzarella cheese, tangy tomato puree, and the salty goodness of olives, each bite promises a symphony of tastes. Plus, with just under 30 minutes of total preparation and cooking time, this recipe is a quick fix for your cravings. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the delightful fusion of ingredients!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 24 pitted olives
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup flour
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Position the rack in the center of the oven. Lightly grease a baking or cookie sheet to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, tomato puree, and butter. Blend the ingredients until well incorporated.
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Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring continuously, until a sticky dough forms. Ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Form the Bundles: Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. With your hands, shape the dough into small patties.
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Add Olives: Press a pitted olive into the center of each dough patty. Gently pull the dough up to completely cover the olive, forming a neat bundle.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the bundles are golden brown and slightly crispy.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the olive bundles from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy the irresistible flavors!
Tips:
- Cheese Variation: For a flavorful twist, substitute pepper cheese for the mozzarella to add a hint of spice to your olive bundles.
- Customization: Feel free to experiment with different types of olives to suit your taste preferences. From Kalamata to green olives, the choice is yours!
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. This makes for a convenient option for entertaining or quick snacks on-the-go.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 179.9
- Total Fat: 8.4g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 24.9mg
- Sodium: 182.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 20.7g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 6.8g
- Protein: 7.5g
Keywords:
Kosher, Quick & Easy, Oven-Baked, Snacks, Lunch
Indulge in the culinary delight of Baked Olive Bundles, a scrumptious recipe that combines simplicity with sensational flavors. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a savory snack, these bundles are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more!
