Cheese and Olive Appetizers

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh chopped pitted olives (rinsed to reduce saltiness), Note 1
• 1/3 cup finely chopped green onions (green and white part)
• 1 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese, Note 1 (about 6 ounces)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (light is fine)
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• salt and black pepper to taste (don’t use salt if olives are salty)
• 8 English muffins, cut in half
• Garnish (optional): chopped fresh herbs like parsley or fresh thyme

Instructions

1. HEAT OVEN to 400F/204C.
2. PREPARE OLIVE-CHEESE MIXTURE: Place all ingredients in a large bowl (except muffins) and mix with a spoon until well combined.
3. ASSEMBLE: Divide mixture onto the 16 muffin halves and spread evenly to cover. Cut each muffin half into 4 quarters to make 64 pieces in all.
4. BAKE: Lay appetizer pieces on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper or an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 10-11 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned. Best served hot, but also good at room temperature.