Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts

Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts
Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts
Anchovy lovers: This one’s for you. The combination of vanilla butter and anchovies is a signature move of chef Alex Raij, and we fell in love with the sweet and salty combination at her Cobble Hill restaurant Saint Julivert Fisherie.
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  • Served Person: 24 servings
Appetizer Butter Vanilla Bread Olive Oil Pepper Parsley Anchovy Cocktail Party Christmas New Year's Eve
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
  • 1 tbsp. vanilla bean paste
  • 24 (1/4"–1/2"-thick) baguette slices, cut on a diagonal (from about 1 baguette)
  • 24 oil-packed anchovy fillets
  • 2 tbsp. finely chopped parsley leaves
  • Carbohydrate 1 g(0%)
  • Cholesterol 19 mg(6%)
  • Fat 7 g(11%)
  • Fiber 0 g(0%)
  • Protein 1 g(3%)
  • Saturated Fat 4 g(19%)
  • Sodium 177 mg(7%)
  • Calories 74

Preparation In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or in a large bowl with a handheld mixer, beat butter on medium speed until smooth and fluffy. Add vanilla paste, vanilla extract, and salt and beat until combined. Transfer to a small bowl or resealable container; cover and chill until ready to use. Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread in an even layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets. Toast until bread is lightly golden brown, 4–6 minutes. Meanwhile, toss anchovies, oil, and pepper in a small bowl. While toast is still warm, spread a thick layer of vanilla butter over each. Top with an anchovy fillet and transfer to a large platter. Scatter parsley over. Do Ahead: Vanilla butter can be made 5 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

Preparation In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or in a large bowl with a handheld mixer, beat butter on medium speed until smooth and fluffy. Add vanilla paste, vanilla extract, and salt and beat until combined. Transfer to a small bowl or resealable container; cover and chill until ready to use. Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread in an even layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets. Toast until bread is lightly golden brown, 4–6 minutes. Meanwhile, toss anchovies, oil, and pepper in a small bowl. While toast is still warm, spread a thick layer of vanilla butter over each. Top with an anchovy fillet and transfer to a large platter. Scatter parsley over. Do Ahead: Vanilla butter can be made 5 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.