Directions. Soak the rice in a container that holds at least twice the volume of rice: Cover the rice with 2 to 3 inches of room-temperature water and soak for 6 to 24 hours. If you need to shorten the soaking time, soak the rice in warm (about 100 degree) water for 2 hours.
Quick Answer. Dry basil in an oven by washing the basil, drying it thoroughly in a salad spinner and placing the leaves in a single layer on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper. Place the basil in the top rack of the oven at the lowest temperature setting for up to four hours.
Preheat oven to 400Â° F. Slice the baguettes into 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices for crostini, 1/2 to 3/4-inch for bruschetta. Brush or spray one side with the oil. Place on sheet pans or cookie sheets, oiled side down. Brush or spray the top. Place in oven and bake until lightly browned and toasted, 6 to 10 minutes.