Cheesy Croutons

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat broiler, with rack placed 4 inches (10 cm) from heat.
2. 2
   Brush both sides of baguette slices lightly with oil and place on baking sheet.
3. 3
   Broil, turning once, until toasted on both sides, about 1 minute per side.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5
   Broil until cheese is just melted, about 1 minute.
6. 6
   Let cool slightly on sheet on a wire rack and use warm.
7. 7
   Variation:
8. 8
   Blue Cheese Croutons: Substitute 6 oz (175 g) blue cheese, crumbled, at room temperature, for the shredded cheese.
9. 9
   We like Maytag, Gorgonzola or Saga.