About 1/2 loaf good, crusty bread such as ciabatta, sliced as thinly as possible 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Gray salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, optional
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Brush the bread on both sides with the olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake until crusty and brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Turn once about halfway through cooking, and dust with Parmesan, if using. Serve hot, warm, or room temperature.
