Tomato Canapes

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup finely diced tomato
• 2 teaspoons finely diced onions
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon the lady's house seasoning, recipe follows
• 15 miniature phyllo cups (1 package, usually brand Athens)
• 1/2 cup packed shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 4 tablespoons bacon, pieces (or more)

Directions

1. 1

   Directions.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

3. 3

   Place the diced tomatoes in a colander. Sprinkle with the onions, basil, and House Seasoning, and toss to coat. Allow to drain, stirring occasionally. Fill each phyllo shell with a scant tablespoon of the tomato mixture. Stir together the mozzarella and mayonnaise. Frost the top of each shell with a scant tablespoon of the mozzarella mixture. Sprinkle each shell with 1/4 teaspoon of bacon pieces. Bake the filled shells for 10 to 12 minutes. Serve hot. These may be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until serving time.

4. 4

   House Seasoning: 1 cup salt + 1/4 cup black pepper + 1/4 cup garlic powder.

5. 5

   Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.