These Lovely Tasty Homemade Croutons are the rockstars of the salad or soup world. Their satisfying crunch elevates salads to new heights, leaving lettuce in the dust.
1Day-old breadFrench bread or a rustic loaf works well
1dlOlive oil to drizzle
2tspGarlic powderoptional
1tbspDried herbs like oregano, thyme, basilI used store-bought Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Bread: Cut the day-old bread into bite-sized cubes. You have the option of removing the crusts for a softer texture, but leaving them on adds a rustic touch.
Seasoning: In a large bowl, drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil. Toss them to ensure even coating. Add garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper for flavor. Adjust the seasonings to your taste. Toss them again.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes evenly on a baking sheet. Make sure they're in a single layer, allowing them to crisp up uniformly.Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy. Toss them halfway through the baking time for even toasting.
Cool: After baking, let the croutons cool on the sheet. This will help them become crispier as they cool down.Cuisine: Bread's second life, crunch's first class.
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Notes
Store: Once completely cooled, store your homemade croutons in an airtight container. They can be kept for several days.