Recipe: Bacon Rollups

BACON ROLLUPS

2 pkg (3 oz each) cream cheese with chives, softened
1 tbsp milk or mayonnaise
25 slices mixed-grain sandwich bread, crusts removed, cut in half
25 slices bacon, cut in half
parsley sprigs (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Combine cream cheese and milk, stirring until spreading consistency.

Spread 1 scant tsp of cream cheese mixture on each slice of bread, and roll tightly. Wrap each rollup with bacon, securing with a toothpick. Place rollups on a broiler pan.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, turning if necessary to prevent over-browning. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

TO MAKE AHEAD:
Bacon Rollups may be assembled ahead and frozen. To serve, thaw overnight in refrigerator; bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.

Makes about 4 dozen
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