As soon as a loaf of fresh, home-made bread is cold after baking, tear off the crust with your thumb and a fork until every side is stripped and rough. Set in an open oven for one hour, then close the door and let the bread color slowly to a yellow-brown. It must not scorch. Let it get cold and crisp before using. Pass with bouillon, coffee, tea, or chocolate, breaking off pieces instead of cutting.