Smoked Salmon on Mustard-Chive and Dill Butter Toasts

Serves makes 20:

Ingredients: 10 ounces of the best quality smoked salmon in medium-thin slices (Norwegian or Wild Alaskan) 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature 1 tablespoon lemon zest 31/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup finely chopped chives or green onions 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 thin, long French Baguette, cut into 1/4-inch slices

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place bread slices on baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden and crispy. Let cool. 2. Mix butter, lemon juice and zest, chives, mustard, dill, salt and pepper in a bowl until well blended. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using. 3. Spread a thick layer of the mustard- chive butter and place a slice of smoked salmon on top of each toast. Place on a platter or serving tray and serve.

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