Sardines on Buttered Brown Bread

Step 1

Lightly toast the bread, then cool to room temperature. Spread each toast generously with butter.

Step 2

Distribute the sardines among the toasts. (Cut large sardines in half lengthwise; leave small sardines whole.)

Step 3

Sprinkle each toast lightly with salt and grind pepper directly over the sandwiches. Garnish with chopped dill and slivered scallions.

Step 4

Serve sandwiches open-faced, with arugula, cornichons and a lemon wedge.