Description
Olive Cheese Melts are a delicious and savory open-faced sandwich made with a blend of green and black olives, mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese, baked on buttered bread slices. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and cheesy flavors, ideal for a quick snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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Olive Cheese Mixture
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Bread and Butter
- 4 slices of bread (preferably sourdough or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet, ready for topping.
- Prepare the Olive Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped green and black olives, shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well blended.
- Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice, then place them buttered side down on the baking sheet to ensure a crisp base when baked.
- Assemble the Melts: Generously spoon the olive and cheese mixture on top of the unbuttered side of each bread slice, distributing it evenly.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious olive cheese melts!
Notes
- Use sourdough or a dense bread for best results to hold the cheese mixture well.
- Softening the cream cheese and butter makes spreading easier and helps the mixture blend smoothly.
- Optional fresh parsley adds a fresh, bright flavor and nice color contrast.
- These melts are best eaten immediately while warm for optimal texture and flavor.
- You can customize the recipe by adding other herbs or spices such as oregano or crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
