Cheese & Olive Bruschetta Recipe

Bruschetta makes a great appetizer for casual get togethers and fancy formal parties as well

• Meal Type: Appetizer
• Ethnicity: American
• Holiday Category: N/A
• Preparation Time: 15-30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 C mayonnaise (or salad dressing)
• 1 C grated mozzarella cheese
• 2 medium seeded tomatoes - finely chopped
• 1/4 C black olives, chopped
• 1/4 C freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 t oregano
• 1/4 t basil
• 1 t black pepper
• 1 baguette about 2 ft long
• 1/3 C softened butter

Directions

1. Mix the first 8 ingredients (this can be done the day ahead and refrigerated).
2. Cut the baguette into 1" slices. Butter one side. Arrange on a cookie sheet, buttered side up.
3. Divide the mixture among the slices and spread.
4. Bake at 350F for about 15 minutes and the cheese has melted.