Cheddar-Veggie Appetizer Torte Recipe

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A line forms quickly behind this quiche-like torte at family gatherings. The wedges are easy to eat as finger food-plus, it's delicious hot or cold.

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Cheddar-Veggie Appetizer Torte Recipe
  • Prep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min. + cooling
  • Yield: 16 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1-1/3 cups finely crushed multigrain crackers
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 small zucchini, finely chopped
  • 5 small fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese
  • 4 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, mushrooms, onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Spoon over cheese.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in bacon. Pour over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan. Serve warm or chilled. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 16 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 slice) equals 164 calories, 14 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 96 mg cholesterol, 267 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 6 g protein.

Originally published as Cheddar-Veggie Appetizer Torte in Country Woman August/September 2007, p27

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Reviewed on May. 09, 2012 by mrichards1993

This is so tasty! I used extra sharp cheddar and only used about 1 cup. My son said that it is so good he could eat the whole thing. Yum!


Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2012 by naydawn

I would serve this with a meal or at a potluck more then a appetizer dish before a meal.


Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2011 by marruss1739

I made this yeasterday for a christmas party. WHAT A HIT!!!!! Before I left the party 2 people asked me for the recipe, then this morning I had oone phone call requesting this recipe. It was easy and held up well on the buffet. thanks for this recipe. I know I will make this many, many times.


Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2010 by LabradorMom

Made this for a girls luncheon. There none left and everyone requested the receipe. Quick, easy, tasty, A winner!!!


Reviewed on Dec. 13, 2009 by joyheart

Made this for a X-mas party and it was a hit. Everyone enjoyed it. Will definitely make again.

 
 
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