Avocado and Crab Canapes

(iStock)

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.

Cook Time:

Prep Time:

Total Time:15 min

Servings: 12

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:

Heat the oven to 400 F.

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.

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.

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