Spring brings a multitude of fresh vegetables and one of my favorites is spicy radishes.  As a snack, on a salad or in this simple recipe, the crunch and sharp bite are something I crave!  Here, they are the star of the show and a different preparation than you may have tried.  I know you’ll love it as much as I do though!

SPRING RADISH TOAST

Ingredients

• French Country White Bread or Baguette
• 8-10 Spring Radishes
• 1 Stick Unsalted Butter, Softened
• Fleur de Sel

Instructions

• Cut bread into 1/2-inch thick slices.  Place on a baking sheet and toast lightly under a broiler.
• Remove from oven when light golden brown and allow to cool.
• Wash, trim and slice radishes into 1/4-inch slices.  Set aside.
• Use a knife or spatula to spread a visible layer of butter on each toast.  You’ll want the toast cool so the butter doesn’t melt.
• Arrange radish slices in a single layer on top of each slice.
• Sprinkle with fleur de sel and serve immediately.

There’s just something about the crusty bread, creamy butter, spicy crisp radishes and crunchy salt that makes the perfect bite!  This is a wonderful appetizer or finger sandwich for a shower or party.  Elegant and rustic at the same time, you’ll want to make them again and again.  Dig in!