Holiday Recipes: Easy Garlic, Bacon, and Parmesan Appetizers with Mezzetta

Thanks to Mezzetta for sponsoring today’s recipe. Do you do any holiday entertaining? As you know, things can get really hectic trying to prepare and serve multiple dishes, keep the house from looking like a disaster, and most importantly, entertaining your guests. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite holiday recipes that will be a big hit at your next party or event. The best part of this recipe is that it is super quick to put together thanks to Mezzetta. You’ll spend your time mingling instead of slaving away in the kitchen.

The secret to this delicious appetizer is Mezzetta Savory Garlic Everything Spread. I love this stuff! I do love my garlic, I add it to pretty much every recipe except dessert. The Mezzetta Savory Garlic Everything Spread, really does deliver on the garlic flavor.

While I was at the store picking up the Savory Garlic spread I also stocked up some of my other favorite Mezzetta products. My favorite way to use the Roasted Bell Pepper Strips & Caramelized Onions, Tamed Jalapeno Peppers, and Mild Pepper Rings are in paninis. Yummy! Oops, that’s another recipe for another time though. Let’s get back to our appetizers.

Garlic, Bacon, and Parmesan Toast

Time: Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 2-3 minutes

Ingredients:

Cocktail Bread, pumpernickel or rye
Mezzetta Savory Garlic Everything Spread
Crumbled Bacon
Shaved Parmesan
Chopped Chives

Directions:

Turn the oven on to broil while you prepare the appetizers. Lay the cocktail bread on a baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of Mezzetta Savory Garlic Everything Spread over the cocktail bread. Sprinkle on some crumbled bacon.
Place the baking sheet under the broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. Remove the appetizers and add some shaved Parmesan. Sprinkle on some chopped chives to finish it off. Serve immediately.

They are a little bite that pack a big flavor punch. These appetizers are so easy to put togeter, I just love it! Mezzetta wants to make things even easier for you by offering a $.50 off coupon on their website. Awesome! Entertaining people can get pricey, every little bit of savings helps.

Mezzetta is a family owned business and they want to hear about your holiday traditions and memories. Every day in December, Mezzetta is giving away an awesome gift basket. All you need to do is fill out the form and share your favorite holiday memory. The contest page will also show you others that are sharing their #MezzettaMemories.