Classic Tomato Toast With Mayonnaise And Chives

Let the flavors of perfect summer tomatoes shine on this simple-is-best toast.

By Epicurious

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Cook time: 5 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup fresh chives
• 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives
• 6 slices white bread
• 6 tablespoons chive-mayonnaise mixture
• 6 slices toasted white bread
• 1 pound very ripe multicolored tomatoes
• 1 pound sliced multicolored tomatoes
• 6 slices toasted bread with chive-mayonnaise
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 6 slices sliced tomatoes on toast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives

Instructions

1. Measure 6 tablespoons of mayonnaise and add it to a small mixing bowl.
2. Coarsely chop 1/4 cup of fresh chives. Set aside 2 tablespoons for garnish.
3. Add the remaining chives (2 tablespoons) to the mayonnaise and mix well to combine.
4. Toast 6 slices of white bread until golden brown.
5. Using a knife or a spatula, spread 1 heaping tablespoon of the chive-mayonnaise mixture evenly onto each slice of toasted bread.
6. Slice 1 pound of very ripe multicolored tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices.
7. Divide the tomato slices evenly among the toast slices, placing them over the chive-mayonnaise.
8. Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons of freshly ground black pepper evenly over the tomato slices.
9. Optional: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sugar over the tomato slices if desired, for added sweetness.
10. Garnish each toast with the reserved 2 tablespoons of chives.