Instructions

  1. Set oven to 375 degrees (oven rack to second-lowest position).
  2. Prepare a one or two large baking sheets.
  3. Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch slices and arrange in a single layer on baking sheet/s.
  4. brush one side with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Toss the cheese with the cayenne pepper.
  7. Remove the toasts from oven and sprinkle with the cheese/cayenne mixture.
  8. Place back into the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes more, until the cheese melts and the toasts are golden.
  9. Cool completely.