Christmas Bagel Bites With Leek Spread And Smoked Salmon - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Leek spread
1 cup thinly sliced leek
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
salt and pepper
Bites
1 bagel, sliced into thin slices (40 slices, it's great with Melba toast)
1 (120 g) package smoked salmon, cut into 40 strips

Preparation

With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 \u00b0C (350 \u00b0F). a .
Leek spread: In a skillet, soften the leek in the butter. Add the wine and reduce until almost dry. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool.
In a bowl, combine the cooled leek mixture and cream cheese. Set aside. a .
Bites : Place the bagel slices on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let cool.
With an espresso teaspoon or a pastry bag fitted with a small plain tip, top each slice of bagel with about 5 ml (1 teaspoon) of leek spread. Garnish with smoked salmon. Season with pepper. If desired, garnish with capers and dill sprigs.
Tips : All the steps can be prepared in advance, even the day before. Assemble at the last minute or up to 30 minutes before serving, to avoid softening the bagel crackers.