Golden, crunchy, and so much better than store-bought, homemade croutons are an instant meal upgrade. Plus, they’re the perfect use for leftover bread!
Store-bought croutons are handy in a pinch—especially if you can find freshly made (usually near the salad bar at upscale markets) rather than the boxed kind—but there’s nothing that compares to the golden crunch and rich flavor of homemade croutons. They’re not only a delicious way to give new life to stale bread lying around but also super versatile. Toss them into salads for added texture, sprinkle them over soups for a tasty crunch, or just munch on them straight from the oven. Plus, making croutons at home allows you to season them just the way you like, making sure they fit perfectly with whatever dish you have in mind.
what you’ll need to make homemade croutons
Preheat the oven to 375° and set an oven rack in the middle position. Scatter the bread cubes on a baking sheet (for easier cleanup, line it with heavy-duty aluminum foil). Toss the bread cubes with the melted butter and herbs. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, tossing once, until the bread cubes are golden brown and crisp. Let cool and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for several weeks.
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Per serving (6 servings) Calories: 80 g Fat: 4 g Saturated fat: 3 g Carbohydrates: 9 g Sugar: 1 g Fiber: 0 g Protein: 2 g Sodium: 101 mg Cholesterol: 10 mg
I have a question though…would be a good idea to saute the fresh herbs in the fats to pull the flavor of the herbs into the fats before mixing into the bread cubes? Thank you for your thoughts. Rate the recipe: 5 stars means you loved it, 1 star means you really disliked it Your name * Your email (will not be published) * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
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