We've come up with an avocado and crab mini sandwich to celebrate the season premiere of "Mad Men." Avocado — both as a food and color — was a big hit in the 1960s kitchen; this combo brings in a hint of California, the "Tomorrowland" state where Draper goes to overcome his past.

Ingredients

  • 12 1/2-inch-thick slices baguette
  • 2 Tablespoon butter, melted
  • Salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 Teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoon chopped pimento
  • 1 Avocado, pitted and cubed
  • 1/2 Cup lump crab meat

Preparation

Step 1:

Heat the oven to 400 F.

Step 2:

Brush each slice of baguette on both sides with some of the melted butter. Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Bake for 6 to 7 minutes, or until toasted and lightly golden.

Step 3:

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, hot sauce and olive oil. Gently stir in the chopped pimento, avocado cubes and crab meat.

Step 4:

Arrange the baguette slices on a serving platter. Top each with some of the avocado and crab salad.