ITALIAN CHEESE TOAST

ITALIAN CHEESE TOAST

(8 Slices)
  • 1-1/4 cups half and half
  • 1 tbsp. olive or salad oil
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tbsp. capers
  • 1 12" loaf Italian bread
  • 1 8 oz. package Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp. chopped parsley
In 2-qt. saucepan, combine first 4 ingredients. Cook over medium heat, until boiling, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute. Reduce heat, stir in capers, cover, keep warm.
Preheat broiler. From Italian bread, diagonally cut 8 one inch thick slices (save remaining bread).
Toast bread in broiler on each side. Put sliced cheese on each piece and broil until melted.
Spoon cream mixture over cheese. Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.