Rye With Swiss and Corned Beef Appetizer

Rye slices with swiss and corned beef spread. A touch of mustard mimics one of my favorite sandwiches. Perfect for a party or pot luck.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 10
• Yields: 20 baguette slices

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs  rye bread (baguettes, party, or loaf sliced)
• 8  ounces swiss cheese (shredded or grated)
• 2  ounces corned beef (diced or in strips)
• 2  tablespoons butter (softened)
• 1 -2  tablespoon prepared mustard (optional)

Directions

1. preheat oven to 400F.
2. Slice bread into 20 pieces. If using a 1.5 loaf, slice into 3/4" to 1" slices and cut those in half.
3. Mix all other ingredients in a bowl.
4. Place about 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture onto each piece of bread and place on a baking sheet either oiled or lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 12 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned in spots. Broiling is good, also, but be careful not to burn or over brown.
6. Cool and serve.