Christmas Bagel Bites with Leek Spread and Smoked Salmon

• porcijos: 40 bites, approximately
• aktyvus laikas: 25 min
• bendras laikas: 35 minutes

Ingredientai

1 cup (250 ml) thinly sliced leek

2 tablespoon (30 ml) butter

1/4 cup (60 ml) white wine

1/2 cup (125 ml) cream cheese, softened

Salt and pepper

1 bagel, sliced into thin slices (40 slices)

1 package 120 g smoked salmon, cut into 40 strips

Nurodymai

With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).

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.

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.