Recipes for Melba Toast Commercially Packaged Unopened or Opened Package

Ingredients

• 1 package of expired Melba Toast
• 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the expired Melba Toast on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until crisp.
3. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
4. Once the Melba Toast is toasted, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
5. Top each Melba Toast with a spoonful of the tomato mixture.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 package of expired Melba Toast
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• 3 tablespoons rum or coffee liqueur (optional)
• 3 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
• Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee and rum or coffee liqueur (if using).
2. Dip each expired Melba Toast into the coffee mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
3. Place the soaked Melba Toast in a single layer in a square baking dish.
4. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
5. Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg yolk mixture and beat until well combined.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
8. Pour the mascarpone mixture over the soaked Melba Toast, spreading it evenly.
9. Dust the top with cocoa powder.
10. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup crushed Melba Toast
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a shallow bowl, mix together the crushed Melba Toast, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the Melba Toast mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is crispy.
6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
7. Serve the Melba Toast crusted chicken with your favorite side dishes.