OLIVE AND HERB TOASTS

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Tangy olives pair well with the mild fresh mozzarella for crunchy, savory appetizers that can be assembled in no time.-Laura Moran, Friendship, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

16 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 slices
1-1/2 cups Sicilian green olives, pitted and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with half of the oil. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned., Top with cheese. Combine the olives, basil and remaining oil; spoon over bread. Broil for 2-4 minutes or until cheese is softened. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.