Alligator Bites Recipe
Baked pimento cheese
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Ingredients
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For the Alligator Bites
Method
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pimento cheese, diced alligator meat, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped green onions, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 3
Shape the Bites
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls or patties.
- 4
Bake the Bites
Grease a baking sheet with olive oil and place the shaped alligator bites on the sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your baked pimento cheese alligator bites!