Poland: Toasted Snacks

I love pumpernickel bread. I love tomatoes and mushrooms and sour cream. I love garlic and I love mayonnaise. Therefore, I love these. Serve them as a lunch, snack, or appetizer.

For the tomato version (Serves 4):

4 slices pumpernickel bread, toasted

2 tomatoes, sliced

1 clove garlic

1/2 cup mayonnaise

Salt and pepper to taste

Step 1: Mash garlic, and add mayonnaise. Mix well.

Step 2: Top toast with sliced tomatoes.

Step 3: Spread garlic/ mayonnaise mixture on top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Broil for about 5 minutes until hot and crispy!

For the mushroom version (Serves 4):

4 slices pumpernickel bread, toasted

Butter for sautéing

About 3/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced

1/4 of an onion, chopped

2-3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup sour cream

Step 1: Heat butter in pan, and sauté onion, garlic and mushrooms until liquid is released and evaporated.

Step 2: Stir in sour cream and remove from heat.

Step 3: Spread mixture on toast. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Broil for about 5 minutes until hot and crispy!

Top with fresh dill, if desired.