Sunday, May 15, 2016

Garlic-Parmesan Croutons



These croutons are so much better than the store bought kind.  They are a great way to use up leftover bread.  I always make these croutons to use up the leftover bread when I make French Toast Stars  or anytime I have any leftover hamburger or hot dog buns too.  They are so delicious and really jazz up any salad.  And your kitchen will smell amazingly good while these are baking!


Cut the bread into cubes.


Mix butter, Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and salt together in a large, flat-bottomed bowl; add bread cubes and turn with a spatula to coat.


Spread coated bread cubes onto a baking sheet.  Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. 


Based on a recipe from Allrecipes
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Ingredients:
5 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 thick slices bread, cut into cubes

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Mix butter, Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and salt together in a large, flat-bottomed bowl; add bread cubes and turn with a spatula to coat. Spread coated bread cubes onto a baking sheet.
3. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool croutons completely before storing in an airtight container.