Marinated Cheese Appetizers

Name: Marinated Cheese Appetizers
Ingredients: 1 (8-ounce) block part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1 (8-ounce) block reduced-fat Cheddar cheese; 1 cup fat-free Italian dressing; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 (12-ounce) French baguette; Fresh basil leaves (optional)

6 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) block part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 (8-ounce) block reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1 cup fat-free Italian dressing
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (12-ounce) French baguette
Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Directions

1

Cut cheeses into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place slices in a 13- x 9-inch dish, overlapping slightly.
2

Combine dressing and pepper; pour over cheese. Cover and chill 8 hours.
3

Preheat oven to 350°.
4

Cut baguette into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place on baking sheets. Bake at 350°° for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted, turning once.
5

Drain cheeses. Place 1 cheese slice on each bread slice. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
6

Tip: To make ahead, marinate the cheese overnight in the refrigerator. Toast the bread a day ahead, and store it at room temperature. Assemble the appetizers right before serving.