This is a great appetizer to serve during special occasions and gatherings. I prefer it for snacks and sometimes even for breakfast.

INGREDIENTS

1 dozen mini bagels, sliced into halves
6 slices American cheese
6 strips bacon
3-4 medium tomatoes
about 4 tablespoons butter
onion and garlic powder for sprinkling

• Prepare broiler to 525 degrees F.
• Slice the ripe tomatoes into 1/8-inch slices using a serrate knife. Cut the cheese slices into quarters. Cut the bacon strips into four slices, making 24 small bacon squares.
• Halve the mini bagels and apply butter on the cut side. Sprinkle lightly with a pinch of garlic and another of onion powder.
• Set a cheese slice over each bagel and add a slice of tomato. Add 1 bacon square on top. Repeat for the remaining bagels.
• Arrange over a baking sheet. Broil over the top rack of the oven, cooking until the cheese has melted and the bacon edges are crisp. Serve hot.