Mary Vickers

These make-ahead appetizers are delicious. Just make ahead, freeze and then back when you're ready. My mother gave me this recipe and makes them at holiday time.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 60 items

Ingredients

• 1  loaf  thin sliced  white bread
• 1⁄2 lb  shredded cheddar cheese
• 6  slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
• 1 (4 ounce) package  slivered almonds
• 1  small onion, finely chopped
• 1  cup mayonnaise

Directions

1. Remove crusts from bread.
2. In a bowl, combine all other ingredients.
3. Spread each slice of bread with mixture. Cut into strips or any other desired shape.
4. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Place in plastic bags and store in the freezer.
5. To serve, bake in a 400 degree oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown.