I fear, (I know?), I think… that I have experienced how delicious these favorite hors d’oeuvres of mine taste SO I don’t realize that the photo looks slightly less than delicious. (Regarding the photo, I think all working food bloggers can related to the frustrating lack of daylight for decent photos in the winter.) If my suspicions are correct and instead of salivating you are cringing, please take my word for it. These are the easiest most crowd-pleasing, delicious appetizers. The ingredients are easy to find, they are unique and different, they freeze, they can be made ahead and your guests will love them.
Originally, my mom found these in a Junior League cookbook from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Since I no longer know where that book is, the proportions may have changed slightly. I hope you are all enjoying a joyous holiday season. I have been stimulated by the extra surge in my social life!
Cheddar, Black Olive, Curry Bites
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 green onions, washed and chopped
1 15 oz can pitted and chopped black olives
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
6 English muffins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Put cheese, onions and olives in a bowl. Use a fork to toss and mix together. Combine curry and mayonnaise. Stir it into the cheese mixture. Split English muffins. Divide mixture evenly and spread on all twelve English muffin halves. Cut each half in quarters. Place triangles on a baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and muffins are slightly browned. Serve hot.
You may prepare the triangles and freeze them. It works well to freeze for 2 hours on a cookie sheet and then put them in a ziplock. They won’t stick together and topping will stay on.
When you are ready to use the appetizers, pull them straight out of the freezer and onto your baking sheet. Bake from frozen and add a few minutes to cooking time to ensure they are heated through and the cheese is melted and browned on top.