GOUDA MELT WITH BAGUETTE SLICES

Gouda Melt with Baguette Slices image

This fun appetizer is guaranteed to wow guests! It takes just moments to whip up this melty delight. -Susan Lewis, Reading, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 French bread baguette (4 ounces), sliced
1 round (7 ounces) Gouda cheese
1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

Place baguette slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until toasted, 1-2 minutes on each side. , Meanwhile, carefully remove waxed coating from cheese round. Using a 3-in. biscuit cutter, press into the center of cheese, but not all the way through. Scoop out center, leaving a 1/4-in. shell; set shell aside., Place the tomato, basil and removed cheese in a small microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high until cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Stir until combined; pour into shell. Serve with baguette toasts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 578mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.