How to Toast French Bread Slices

French bread has slits over the top.

French bread, known by its long, tube-like shape and cuts on the top, toasts well. It has a hard outer crust with soft white bread inside. French bread has a mild flavor that pairs well with garlic, cheese, butter, olive oil and dips. Authentically made French bread must be eaten quickly. Pair toasted French bread with pasta, soup, breakfast or any meal or snack. It's adaptable to most meals.

Things You'll Need

• Cutting board
• Bread knife
• Toaster oven with tray
• Oven
• Cookie sheet
• Shallow bowl
• Olive oil
• Basting brush

Instructions

1. Place the loaf on the cutting board. Roll it so it sits on its side. Cut down the side to slice the bread in half. Hold the bread on its side and cut round slices.

2. Set a toaster oven or oven to low heat or 300 degrees.

3. Place the bread slices on the tray or cookie sheet. Lay the crust part down if using halves.

4. Pour olive oil into a shallow bowl. Dip the basting brush into the olive oil. Spread the olive oil over the slices of bread.

5. Cook the bread for 7-10 minutes. Remove.

References

• Innovate Infinitely: How to Cook French Bread
• Baking 911: French Bread