Shelly's Recipe

BACON AND CHEDDAR TOASTS

Category: Bread

1/2 lb extra-sharp white cheddar, coarsely grated (2 cups)
1/2 lb cold lean bacon (cold bacon is easier to chop), finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 tbsp drained bottled horseradish
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
14 very thin slices firm white sandwich bread

Put a rack in the middle of oven and preheat oven to 375.

Stir together cheese, bacon, onion, horseradish, salt and pepper in a bowl with a rubber spatula until well blended.

With a small offset spatula or butter knife, spread about 1 1/2 tbsp of cheese mixture evenly to edges of each slice of bread. Arrange slices in one layer on a large baking sheet, cover with wax paper and freeze until firm, about 15 minutes.

Trim crusts off bread and reserve if desired. Cut each slice into 4 squares. Arrange toasts on baking sheet and bake until golden and the edges begin to brown, about 20 to 30 minutes. Serve warm. Makes 56 pieces.