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Savory Bacon-Mushroom Potato Topper: Quick Microwave Recipe
Bacon-Mushroom Baked Potato Topping 🥔🥓🍄
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Bacon-Mushroom Baked Potato Topping
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Description: A delectable recipe inherited from the bygone era of Good Food magazine, this savory delight is perfect for those seeking a filling dish without compromising on flavor. Ideal for low-calorie diets, it combines the richness of bacon with the earthy goodness of mushrooms, creating a mouthwatering topping for your baked potato.
- Category: Pork
- Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Meat, Microwave, < 15 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 344
- Fat Content: 32g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 61.4mg
- Sodium Content: 383mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.5g
- Protein Content: 6.4g
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of bacon
- 1 shallot
- 2 button mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Microwave bacon in a microwave-safe dish on high for 2 minutes. |
| 2 | Drain on a paper towel. |
| 3 | Add shallot to bacon fat and microwave for 1 minute. |
| 4 | Stir in mushrooms and butter; microwave for 1 minute longer. |
| 5 | Crumble bacon; stir into mushrooms. |
| 6 | Spoon over a hot, split baked potato. |
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Microwave Bacon:
- Place 2 slices of bacon in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 2 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
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Drain Bacon:
- Once the bacon is cooked, carefully remove it from the microwave and place it on a paper towel to drain excess fat.
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Prepare Shallot:
- Finely chop 1 shallot and add it to the bacon fat remaining in the dish.
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Microwave Shallot:
- Microwave the shallot in the bacon fat for 1 minute to soften and enhance its flavor.
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Add Mushrooms and Butter:
- Stir in 2 sliced button mushrooms and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter into the dish with the shallots.
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Microwave Mushrooms and Butter:
- Microwave the mushrooms and butter for an additional 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Crumble Bacon:
- Once the mushrooms are cooked, crumble the previously cooked bacon into the dish.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Gently stir the crumbled bacon into the mushroom mixture until well combined.
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Serve:
- Spoon the savory bacon-mushroom mixture generously over a hot, split baked potato, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a mouthwatering topping.
This delightful Bacon-Mushroom Baked Potato Topping is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packs a punch of flavor, making it the perfect choice for a satisfying meal or a delicious snack. Enjoy the indulgence without the guilt, and savor every bite of this delectable creation!
