Basil Pesto Bread Rounds

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French baguette , 1 pound
• 0.67 cups mayonnaise
• 0.33 cups basil pesto
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 0.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven on broiler setting. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Place under broiler for 5 to 8 minutes, or until lightly toasted on one side. Watch carefully to ensure they don't burn. Remove from oven, and flip bread slices so that the toasted side is on the bottom.

2. 2

   Set the oven temperature for 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pesto, garlic, Parmesan and salt. Spread evenly over untoasted sides of bread slices.

3. 3

   Bake in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes. Set the oven to broil, and place the rounds under the broiler just until they begin to bubble and turn golden. Let cool slightly before serving.