Everything Bagel, Cheddar and Chive Swirl Buns

Everything Bagel, Cheddar and Chive Swirl Buns in a cast iron pan  I love everything bagel flavored anything.  I love soft bread and savory versions of my favorite sweet treats.  I love toasted bagels with scallion and chive cream cheese smeared all over them.  And I absolutely love sharp cheddar cheese.

So, it should come as no surprise that I re-purposed this super easy cinnamon bun dough to make some savory delights.  Of course, I made sure to make some of the original recipe*, as well.  Because they so delightful slathered with cream cheese frosting.  And maybe, just maybe I can keep the kids away from the savory ones that I like to enjoy with a glass of red wine. Continue reading

Creamy Tomato Soup with Caramelized Onions, Bacon and Chives

tomato soup in pot with chives and bacon

Oh tomatoes!  I cannot wait until they are heavy on the vine, bursting with juice and seeds, ready for BLT’s, tomato sandwiches on homemade white bread, slathered with mayonnaise, cut into wedges ready to scoop up chunky blue cheese dip, or just sliced with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of salt and pepper.

Since the fresh, native ones haven’t arrived yet, I will satisfy my tomato craving with this soup.  All that is required is a few cans of good tomatoes along with the other ingredients that jazz up the flavor.  It reminds me a little of a cross between a BLT and a thick tomato soup that would go great with a melty, gooey grilled cheese sandwich for dunking.

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