PARMESAN TOASTS |
1 long loaf of Italian bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices 1 garlic clove, halved crosswise Olive oil for brushing the slices about 1 cup freshly (preferably) grated Parmesan Bake the bread slices on baking sheets in a preheated 350 degree oven for 7 to 8 minutes, or until they are crisp but not yet golden. Rub the cut sides of the garlic over the slices, brush the slices with lots of olive oil and sprinkle them with a thin layer of Parmesan. Bake the toasts in the 350 degree oven for 7 to 8 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the toasts are crisp. Makes about 25 toasts. |