Balsamic Bruschetta

  • 8 roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup minced red onion
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tsps. olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 2 loaves baguette bread
  • 1/4 cup melted butter w/ garlic powder to taste
  1. In a bowl, mix together tomatoes, basil, onion, cheese and garlic.  Add in vinegar, oil, salt and pepper.  Mix well.  Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours before serving.  Can also refrigerate overnight before serving.
  2. To serve:  Thinly slice baguette bread and place on cookie sheet.  Brush melted butter/garlic mixture over bread and place under a broiler until slightly toasted. 
  3. Serve toasted bread alongside the balsamic bruschetta. 

Cordon Bleu Bites

  • 1 cup chopped deli ham
  • 2 cups shredded swiss cheese
  • 2 green onions, finely minced
  • minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 8oz. package of cream cheese, softened
  • baguette bread, sliced
  1. Mix together mayo, garlic and cream cheese until smooth. 
  2. Add ham, swiss cheese and onions to cream cheese mixture until mixed well.
  3. Top baguette bread slices with dip and place under broiler until hot and bubbly.