The Barefoot Contessa'S Parmesan Croutons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 baguette
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Slice baguette diagonally into 1/4 inch thick slices. Depending on the size of the baguette, you should get about 20 to 25 slices.
Lay the slices in one layer on a baking sheet and brush each with olive oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. You can use either plain or flavored olive oil such as basil or garlic. The measurements for the salt and pepper in the ingredients are just estimates and you use whatever amount suits you. Sprinkle with the grated parmesan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until they are browned and crisp. Serve at room temperature.