There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune diseases; their onset is typically slow, sometimes occurring over the course of years, and the symptoms are often nonspecific (eg, fatigue, general malaise, fever). Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.here are more than 80 different types of autoimmune diseases; their onset is typically slow, sometimes occurring over the course of years, and the symptoms are often nonspecific (eg, fatigue, general malaise, fever). Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/4-inch slices. You should have 20 to 25 slices. Place the slices in 1 layer on a baking sheet.Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake the toasts for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are crisp and browned.Serve at room temperature.lice the baguette diagonally into 1/4-inch slices. You should have 20 to 25 slices. Place the slices in 1 layer on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Bake in the oven. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes. Remove the tray, carefully toss and stir croutons (or turn over the French croutons). Bake another 5 minutes and check for doneness. Depending on the size of the bread and how browned you want them, they may need another 5 minutes or so. Cool and store. When the croutons are done to your liking, remove them from the oven and cool on the pan.