Sardines on Toast

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
• 1/2 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/2 cup Dry sherry
• 3/4 cup Canned sardines, boneless and skinless
• 4 slices Toast (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

Instructions

1. 1Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and paprika, and stir constantly until smooth and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
2. 2Gradually whisk in the stock and sherry until the sauce is smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
3. 3Gently stir in the sardines. Heat through until very hot, about 3 minutes. Do not boil.
4. 4Toast the bread. Spoon the sardine mixture over the toast and serve immediately.