Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 400°F/200ºC.

Step 2

Melt the butter in the microwave or in a small pan on the hob.

Step 3

Use a serrated knife and a sawing action to cut the crusts from the slices of bread. (see note 3)

Step 4

Lightly brush 1 side of bread with butter mixture. Sprinkle with pepper

Step 5

Cut each slice of bread into 4 triangles.

Step 6

Place the bread, buttered sides up, onto a baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake 6-8 minutes or until golden and toasted.

Step 8

Allow to cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes.