Description
Olive Cheese Melts are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a savory blend of chopped green olives, sharp cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise, spread on French bread slices and baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Perfect for parties or a quick snack, these melts combine flavorful ingredients with a crispy, cheesy finish.
Ingredients
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Olive Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup green olives, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Bread
- 6 slices of French bread or baguette, about ½-inch thick
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped green olives, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, finely sliced green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well blended.
- Assemble Melts: Spread a generous spoonful of the olive cheese mixture evenly onto each slice of French bread, ensuring each piece is well topped.
- Bake: Arrange the prepared bread slices on the lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely, is bubbly, and the edges of the bread turn golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve the olive cheese melts while still warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Try mixing green and black olives for a richer, deeper flavor profile.
- These melts make an excellent party appetizer or a quick, satisfying snack.
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture if you like a bit of heat.
