Maple Glazed Bacon and Chive Shortbread
Savoury-salty-sweet bacon shortbread squares with hints of chive and maple are delicious served alone as an appetizer or added to a cheese plate.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan; reserve. In a large bowl, beat the butter with the sugar and salt using an electric mixer, for 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Add the bacon and chives; mix until evenly distributed. Combine the all purpose flour with the rice flour. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture; stir until just combined.'}
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3
{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Press the dough, in an even layer, into the prepared pan. Cover and chill for 30 minutes or until firm.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Lightly score the dough with a knife into 16 squares (do not cut all the way through the dough). Brush the top with maple syrup.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until set and lightly golden. Immediately cut through the scored wedges. Transfer pan to a wire rack and cool completely.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (16 servings total)