Cream Cheese, Avocado & Basil Toast

Directions

1. 1. If using a toaster, skip the broiler step; otherwise, heat the oven to broil and position the rack in the upper third.
2. 2. Arrange the bread on a baking sheet and broil, flipping once, until the edges are lightly browned and toast is crisp, about 2 minutes (or toast to your preferred level).
3. 3. While the bread cooks, wash and dry the avocado, then halve and pit it; scoop the flesh and slice lengthwise into thin pieces.
4. 4. Rinse the basil, pat dry, remove leaves from stems, roll them together, and slice into thin ribbons.
5. 5. Evenly spread cream cheese over each toast.
6. 6. Layer the avocado slices on the cream cheese, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. 7. Top with the basil ribbons and finish with a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
8. 8. Transfer to plates and serve right away, allowing the flavors to mingle as you eat.