Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
• room temperature
• cut into pieces
• 1 Tbsp. vanilla bean paste
• 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
• Pinch of kosher salt
• 24 (1/4"–1/2"-thick) baguette slices
• cut on a diagonal (from about 1 baguette)
• 24 oil-packed anchovy fillets
• 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   Add vanilla paste, vanilla extract, and salt and beat until combined.

3. 3

   Transfer to a small bowl or resealable container; cover and chill until ready to use.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 400°F.

5. 5

   Arrange bread in an even layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets.

6. 6

   Toast until bread is lightly golden brown, 4–6 minutes.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, toss anchovies, oil, and pepper in a small bowl.

8. 8

   While toast is still warm, spread a thick layer of vanilla butter over each.

9. 9

   Top with an anchovy fillet and transfer to a large platter.

10. 10

    Scatter parsley over.

11. 11

    Do Ahead: Vanilla butter can be made 5 days ahead.

12. 12

    Transfer to an airtight container and chill.