Recipe: Baguiflette: Tartiflette-Style Baguette

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 8 ounces bacon, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 ounces Reblochon cheese, rind removed and sliced

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut off the top of the baguette.
3. Using a spoon, scoop out the inside of the baguette to create a hollow tube. Reserve the bread that’s been removed.
4. In a frying pan, melt the butter and add the onion and bacon. Cook on medium heat until the onion is transparent and the bacon is crisp, which should take about 10 minutes.
5. Add the minced garlic. Cook it for another minute.
6. Season with salt and pepper, then add the heavy cream and gently stir.
7. Once the cream starts boiling, stir in half of the Reblochon cheese.
8. Spread the remaining cheese evenly throughout the inside of the baguette, then pour over the bacon and cream mixture.
9. Cut the reserved bread into small pieces and place them over the top of the filling. Place the baguette top back on.
10. Wrap the baguette tightly in foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Unwrap the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the bread is crispy and golden brown.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

This delicious French twist on a classic dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of the warm, crusty bread with the melted cheesy filling is truly irresistible. Serve it as a main dish with a side salad or as an appetizer, sliced into bite-sized pieces. Either way, the Baguiflette is a decadent comfort food that is perfect for any occasion.