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BLT Spread

Ingredients

  • A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)

  • 4 slices turkey bacon, finely chopped

  • 1 small leek, quartered lengthwise, chopped, rinsed and dried

  • A pinch of salt and some freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 plum tomato, seeded and finely chopped

  • 8 ounces low fat or regular cream cheese, room temperature

Directions

Place a small skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of EVOO. Once the skillet is hot, add the chopped bacon and cook stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes or until the bacon is crispy. Add the leek, then season with a pinch of salt and some black pepper. Cook until leek is tender, 2-3 minutes. Cool bacon and leek in a bowl for one minute, combine with cream cheese then fold in tomato.

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