- 10 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, coarsely grated (4 cups)
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely diced bottled roasted red pepper (rinse and pat dry first)
- 1 baguette
- Preheat broiler.
- Stir together all ingredients, except baguette, plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper and salt to taste.
- Slice baguette crosswise 1/3 inch thick and spread bread thickly with cheese mixture. Broil 5 to 6 inches from heat until cheese is bubbling and browned, about 2 minutes.