Heirloom Tomato Toast
Cream cheese and fresh, ripe tomatoes are put on toasted bread for the perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- Sliced heirloom tomatoes
- 1 large slice of sandwich bread
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese Philadelphia regular worked well for us
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh chives rinsed and chopped
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Olive oil to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toast bread slice brushed with olive oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Take out of the oven and cool completely. Alternatively, you can use your toaster.
- Combine cream cheese and chives in a small bowl. Season with pepper to taste.
- Spread herb cream cheese mixture onto cooled bread slice leaving a 1/2-inch crust around the edges.
- Top with sliced heirloom tomatoes and a sprinkle of coarse salt (optional), pepper and chives. Slice and serve immediately with a drizzle olive oil, if desired.