ONION RYE APPETIZERS

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I take these hearty appetizers to every party we attend and always bring home an empty tray. I also keep a supply in the freezer for a speedy snack that gets rave reviews. -even from children. -Vicki Wolf, Aurora, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 20 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, crushed
1 jar (2 ounces) crumbled bacon or 3/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce
1 loaf (16 ounces) snack rye bread

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the onions, bacon, mayonnaise and Swiss cheese. Spread about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce on each slice of bread. Top with about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture. , Cover and freeze in a single layer for up to 2 months, or bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. , To use frozen appetizers: Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 14-16 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 697 calories, Fat 42g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.