Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 c. bottled mayonnaise
  • 1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 c. freshly grated Romano (preferably Hungarian)
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne
  • 8 thin slices white bread

Method

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and the mayonnaise. On a plate combine well the Parmesan, the Romano, the paprika and the cayenne.
  • With cookie cutters, cut out 1-inch shapes such as rounds and triangles from the bread.
  • Dip the bread in the egg mixture and coat it all over with the cheese mixture, transfering it to a well-buttered baking sheet as it is coated.
  • Bake the toasts in a preheated 400° oven for 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden, turn them and bake them for 3 minutes more.
  • Makes 24 cheese toasts.
  • Serving 6 to 8.