Crispy Italian Bread

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the Italian bread in half lengthwise.
3. Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, combine melted olive oil, butter, or margarine with Italian-style bread crumbs.
5. Spread the breadcrumb mixture on the cut surfaces of the bread.
6. Switch oven setting to broil.
7. Broil the bread 3 inches from the heat source for one minute or until the surface is bubbly and lightly browned.
8. Slice and serve immediately.