Melba Toast

These thin slices of curled toast triangles are the traditional English accompaniment for rich, smooth pâtés and savoury mousses, as well as creamy soups and salads. The technique works best if you use day-old thinly sliced white bread, lightly toasted on both sides.

1. Slice horizontally through toast with a serrated knife. Place, untoasted-side up, on a baking sheet.

   

2. Bake at 190°C until toast is golden and the ends have curled up. 5-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.