Name: Curried Herring on Rye Toasts
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Yield: Makes 8 servings (40 hors d'oeuvres)
Ingredients: 4 slices seedless rye bread; 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 (7- to 8-oz) jar pickled herring (preferably small)*, rinsed, drained, and patted dry; 2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 1/2 tablespoons sour cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 teaspoons coarse-grain mustard; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; Garnish: chopped fresh chives

Cooks' notes:

·Toasts can be made 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. ·Curried herring can be made 6 hours ahead and chilled, covered.

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