Best 8 Cheese And Olive On Rye Appetizer Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable culinary experience as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for a classic appetizer: cheese and olive on rye. This timeless combination of flavors has captivated taste buds for generations, and with countless variations and techniques, finding the perfect recipe can be daunting. In this article, we will explore various approaches, from traditional to innovative, to help you craft this exquisite appetizer that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHEESE RYE APPETIZERS



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"I enjoy serving this hors d'oeuvre at family gatherings. It can be mixed ahead of time, refrigerated, and then spread on bread and baked at the last minute. Even kids like it." -Joyce Dykstra, Lansing, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley or 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
30 slices snack rye bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Spread a rounded tablespoonful over each slice of bread. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 6-8 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

OLIVE CHEESE BREAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 6-ounce can black olives, drained
One 6-ounce jar pimiento-stuffed green olives, drained
2 stalks green onions
1 stick butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated
1 loaf crusty French bread, sliced lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Roughly chop both the black olives and pimiento-stuffed green olives. Slice the green onions into thin pieces.
  • Combine the butter, mayonnaise, cheese, olives and green onions in a mixing bowl. Stir together until thoroughly combined.
  • Spread the mixture onto the French bread. Bake until the cheese is melted and browning, 20 to 25 minutes.

FESTIVE OLIVE AND CHEESE APPETIZER



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This easy-to-assemble appetizer platter makes for a beautiful display, and the rosemary smells amazing!

Provided by Jones

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Olives

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 sprigs fresh rosemary
12 ounces marinated mozzarella balls, drained
½ cup pitted Castelvetrano olives, rinsed and dried
¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives, rinsed and drained
¼ cup sugar plum tomatoes
toothpicks

Steps:

  • Cut rosemary sprigs and arrange into a 10-inch wreath. Start by placing 1 sprig at a 45-degree angle with the tip facing outwards. Continue adding sprigs in the same direction until you have formed a full circle.
  • Arrange clusters of mozzarella balls, olives, and tomatoes over the rosemary. Serve with toothpicks on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 40.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 636.2 mg

PIMIENTO-CHEESE SPREAD APPETIZERS



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In 15 minutes, you can make a satisfying spread showcasing pimiento-stuffed olives and two kinds of cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup small whole pimiento-stuffed green olives (from 10-oz jar)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
16 slices cocktail rye bread

Steps:

  • Reserve 16 whole olives for garnish. Chop remaining olives; place in medium bowl. Add Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese and red pepper; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Spread about 2 tablespoons cheese mixture on 8 of the bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices. Cut each sandwich diagonally in half.
  • Garnish each appetizer with 1 whole olive secured with a toothpick or decorative pick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESE AND OLIVES ON RYE APPETIZERS



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Make and share this Cheese and Olives on Rye Appetizers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped pimento stuffed olive
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 cup dried beef, chopped
3/4-1 cup mayonnaise
1 loaf sliced rye cocktail bread

Steps:

  • Mix together the cheese, olives, onion, dried beef and mayo.
  • Spread on slices of rye cocktail bread. place the slices on a cookie sheet and broil until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.9, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 4.6, Sodium 54.3, Carbohydrate 1.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.8

CHEESY OLIVE APPETIZERS



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These became popular in the '60's and are still good today. Bet you can't eat just one! Prep time includes 20 minutes of flash freezing.

Provided by Stewie

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 48 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup soft butter
1 cup unsifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 jar stuffed green olive

Steps:

  • Mix together all the ingredients except the olives.
  • It will be a thick mixture.
  • Drain at least 48 stuffed green olives.
  • Wrap approximately 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture around each olive, to completely cover it.
  • Flash freeze covered olives at least 20 minutes.
  • Store in a freezer bag until ready to serve.
  • Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 400F for about 15 minutes.

OLIVE CHEESE MELTS



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A scrumptious olive and cheese mixture melted on English muffins.

Provided by Kim McLarty

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Olives

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup black olives, chopped
⅓ cup green onions, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon salt
8 English muffins, split in half

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine olives, green onions, Cheddar cheese, curry powder, mayonnaise, and salt. Mix well.
  • Spread mixture on English muffins. Cut the English muffins into fourths. Note: If you want to freeze these, now is the time! Arrange the muffin pieces on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 376.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CHEESE OLIVE APPETIZERS



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Here's a quick way to dress up a hot roll mix. The tender crust smothered in a saucy cheese topping will make company think that you've fussed.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 large egg
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
TOPPING:
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast from hot roll mix in warm water. Add the egg, butter, cheese and poppy seeds. Add flour from mix; blend well. Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Combine topping ingredients; spread over dough. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your appetizers shine.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to cheese and olive appetizers. Try different types of cheese, olives, and bread to find your favorite combinations.
  • Make your appetizers ahead of time. This will save you time and stress on the day of your party.
  • Serve your appetizers at room temperature. This will allow the flavors to fully develop.
  • Garnish your appetizers with fresh herbs or flowers. This will add a touch of elegance and make them even more inviting.

Conclusion:

Cheese and olive appetizers are a classic for a reason. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. The next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer to serve at your next party, try one of these recipes. You won't be disappointed.

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