Recipe: Party Pizzas on Rye (freeze ahead)

PARTY PIZZAS ON RYE

"These go like "hotcakes" (or should I say "pizza"?) when I serve them. And the great thing is you make them ahead, then just pull them out of the freezer when ready to bake!"

1 lb. ground beef chuck
1 lb. mild ground sausage
1 lb. shredded Velveeta cheese
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
2 Tbs. dried parsley flakes
1 1/2 loaves sliced party rye bread

Brown beef and sausage together, stirring to break up. Drain well.

Add cheese and stir until melted and mixed through. Add remaining ingredients (except rye slices) until well mixed.

Spoon mixture onto rye slices (about 1 tablespoon per slice). Place on large cookie sheets and freeze.

WHEN READY TO SERVE:
Place frozen appetizers under broiler for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

Makes a bunch!!
Adapted from source: Jill McQuown, 08-11-99