Cheese and Ramps Appetizers

Cheese and Ramps Appetizers

A good dish for family gatherings or party platters. Makes: 2-1/2 dozen.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Swiss (or your favorite cheese)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives
• 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 cup finely chopped ramps (bulbs, stems and leaves)
• 30 slices snack rye bread

Directions:

Preheat oven at 450 degrees. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients, except for the rye bread.  Gently stir until thoroughly mixed.

Spread a rounded tablespoonful the ramp and cheese mixture over each slice of bread.  Place on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake at 450° for 6-8 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Adapted Source and Photo Credit:  tasteofhome.com