1 stick very soft butter
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
1/2 lb. grated Cheddar cheese
1 tbsp. oregano
Salt & pepper to taste
2 loaves party rye

In bowl, combine butter, tomato paste, green onions, cheese and oregano until well blended. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Mixture can be frozen at this point. Spread party rye slices onto a cookie sheet, and brown in 400 degree oven for 5 minutes. Cool.

Spread mixture on the unbaked side. Appetizers can also be frozen at this point, between layers of waxed paper in a container with a lid, and they will keep for several weeks. When ready to bake, bring to room temperature and bake 6-7 minutes. Serve hot.

Note: The appetizer mixture is also excellent on the new Boboli pizza rounds - just spread it on. Bake about 10 minutes and voila! Delicious!

Serves 10-12.