Cheddar and Green Onion Crostini | Friday Night Bites

I am going back in time this week for Friday Night Bites.One of my college friends use to make this appetizer and I loved it each time she would make it.  It is not healthy but tasty.  It is simple not difficult.  It is perfect to enjoy in front of a fire on a chilly evening. The last few evenings in the Bay Area have dipped into the 40 degree range which is quite chilly for us.  I can only imagine other parts of the country hit even lower temps than we do.

We used our gas fireplace recently which works well to heat up the family room where we spend the majority of our time.  Hubby loves these cheddar and onion Crostini and quite frankly can’t stop eating them.  Although I am not a true fan of mayonnaise on a typical basis, sometimes a recipe just can’t be made without it.  This is one such recipe.

Your favorite Cabernet or Chardonnay would be perfect with this appetizer.  Even a chilled beer would pair perfectly. Since it is Halloween, this would be perfect to nibble on in between those little ghosts and gobblins. Happy Halloween! Enjoy!

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Cheddar and Green Onion Crostini

Makes 18

1 Cup Slice Green Onions (White & Green)

2 Cups (3 oz) Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese

2 Tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese

1/3 Cup + 2 Tablespoon Mayonnaise

½ teaspoon Garlic Powder

1 Cup Slice Black Olives (Drained well)

Sourdough Baguette (18 half inch slices)

In a large bowl add the green onions, cheddar cheese, parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic powder and olives.  Mix well until combined and binds together.  Slice 18 half inch thick slices of a sourdough baguette.

Top each slice with about 2 teaspoons of the cheese and onion mixture and spread until it completely covers the slice of baguette.  Place onto a baking sheet and cook for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.  Remove and enjoy.