Toast Three Ways

The preparation

4 steps, about 50 minutes start to finish.

1. 01

   Toast thick slices of bread.

2. 02

   For Avocado Toast: mash avocado with salt, pepper, and citrus juice; spread on toast; top with red pepper flakes.

3. 03

   For Blue Cheese Toast: caramelize onions over low heat 30 to 40 minutes with butter and a pinch of salt; top toast with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and crumbled blue cheese.

4. 04

   For Mascarpone Fig Toast: spread mascarpone on toast; top with fig jam or fresh sliced figs; drizzle with honey.