10 oz extra sharp cheddar, coarsely grated (about 4 cups)

1/8 teaspoon cayenne

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup finely dinced bottled roasted red pepper (rinse and pat dry first!)

1 french baguette

Preheat broiler and stir together all ingredients, except the baguette of course, plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper and salt to taste. Slice the baguette crosswise about 1/3 inch thick and spread the bread thickly with cheese mixture. Broil 5 to 6  inches from heat until cheese is bubbling and browned, about 2 minutes.

*can make up to 3 days ahead of time!