- 1 long, thin baguette, sliced a generous 1/4 -inch thick
- Olive oil (optional)
- Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Lay bread slices on a large wire rack or cookie sheet. If you like, brush or drizzle with oil. Bake until golden and crisp throughout, 10 to 12 minutes; if using a cookie sheet, turn midway.