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Heirloom Tomato Toast

Cream cheese and fresh, ripe tomatoes are put on toasted bread for the perfect breakfast or snack.
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Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Combine cream cheese and chives in a small bowl. Season with pepper to taste.
  3. Spread herb cream cheese mixture onto cooled bread slice leaving a 1/2-inch crust around the edges.
  4. 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.