Name: Parmesan-Blue Cheese Toasts with Green Onions
Yield: Makes 28
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 5 ounces); 3/4 cup finely crumbled blue cheese (about 3 ounces); 28 1/3-inch-thick diagonal bread slices cut from 2 sourdough baguettes; Olive oil; 3/4 cup finely chopped green onions

Tina Thompson of Orlando, Florida, writes: "Because entertaining is a great joy for me, many of my dishes are party-friendly and easy to prepare. It's not uncommon to find me hosting impromptu gatherings for friends during the workweek so that I can try out new creations. As my recipe box grows, so do my fond memories."

A nice addition to the holiday table. Serve with soup or salad, or even with drinks as an hors d'oeuvre.

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