Almond Toasts

Sweet almond toasts are known in France as bostock. They are made in bakeries from day-old brioche, and are immensely popular snacks, sort of a flat almond croissant. Some bakeries sprinkle them with kirsch liqueur before baking, but unless you can get a bottle of a top grade brand from France, Germany, or Switzerland, and you are serving adults, the almonds are just fine on their own. Make these open-faced sandwiches with Brioche Bread or Butter Bread. Serve with café au lait, omele