Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Slice the baguette (or crusty bread*) into ¼” thick slices (up to ½” thick for bruschetta).
Place the bread slices on the lined baking sheet in a single layer and brush the top with olive oil.
Sprinkle them with salt to your taste. Add chopped herbs (like parsley) if desired.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are crisp.
Remove and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes. Then serve and enjoy!
Notes
*If using bread instead of a baguette: Keep the slices thin (¼-½” thick), and no wider than 3”.Re-crisping: To revitalize leftovers, re-crisp your crostini in a 350ºF (177ºC) oven for 3-5 minutes.Air fryer: Cook 8-10 pieces at a time at 325ºF (160ºC) for 3-4 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.Topping ideas:
Tomato bruschetta
Cream cheese and smoked salmon
Ricotta and fruit (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc)
Brie cheese (paired with apples or pears)
Roasted garlic (or garlic confit)
Boursin (aka gournay cheese)
Soft cheeses like goat cheese, quark, etc.
Caprese (sliced fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil, and olive oil)