Yes, but it just needs a little help. Basil is a particularly delicate herb because it hates the cold and darkens when cut. Keep in mind any fresh herbs that you freeze will not be entirely the same ...

Preheat broiler (a toaster oven may be used instead of broiler), placing the oven rack as close to the broiler as possible. Place the baguette slices on a cookie sheet and broil till golden brown.

Editor's note: This recipe was originally published June 17, 2015. Carol Runick, Menomonee Falls, requested the recipe for a tomato basil tea sandwich served at Watts Tea Shop, 761 N. Jefferson St.