Baguette Toasts

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 F.

2. 2

   Diagonally cut twenty-four 1/8-inch-thick slices from baguette and arrange in one layer on baking sheets.

3. 3

   Brush tops of slices with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Toast slices in middle and upper thirds of oven until golden brown, about 5 minutes, and cool on racks.

5. 5

   Toasts may be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

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