Homemade Croutons
10 mins
2-4
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Homemade Croutons
Discover the secret to perfect homemade croutons! Watch our step-by-step tutorial for crispy, flavorful croutons. Elevate any dish or up your salad game! Learn how to make bread croutons in the oven from scratch. Perfect for any salad, these homemade croutons are a must-try.
🍞🌿 Have you ever tried making your own homemade croutons? Not only are they incredibly easy to make, but they add that perfect crunch and flavor boost to soups, salads, and even pasta dishes! Here’s why people can't get enough of them:
Why Homemade Croutons?
People love homemade croutons because they're far tastier and more customizable than store-bought ones. You can choose your favorite bread, seasonings, and even add cheese or herbs for a gourmet touch. Plus, they're a great way to use up leftover bread!
Popularity and History
Croutons have been around for centuries, originally used as a way to repurpose stale bread. Over time, they evolved into a beloved culinary staple found in kitchens worldwide. Today, they're cherished for their ability to add texture and flavor in everything from Caesar salads to hearty stews.
Tips for Perfect Croutons:
Bread Choice: Use day-old bread for best results. Baguettes or sourdough work exceptionally well.
Seasoning: Toss bread cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs like thyme or rosemary. Add garlic powder for extra flavor!
Baking: Spread cubes evenly on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crispy. Remember to toss them halfway through for even browning.
Recipe Ingredients:
Bread of any type
Fresh parsley
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Melted butter
Olive oil
Recipe Directions:
Cube up bread.
Chop up parsley and combine in a bowl along with the garlic and onion powder.
Melt butter and toss with bread.
Place on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 mins.
Let cool and use for salads and soup. Store for up to two weeks.
Ready to elevate your dishes with homemade croutons? 🥗🍲 Watch our full video tutorial below for a step-by-step guide and all the insider tips you need to make the best croutons ever!
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A note about ingredients used in our recipes:
When creating our recipes we use the following unless otherwise noted in the recipe:
Eggs = Large Eggs
All Purpose Flour = Unbleached All Purpose King Arthur Flour or Unbleached All Purpose King Arthur Flour Organic
Bread Flour = Unbleached King Arthur Bread Flour or Unbleached King Arthur Bread Flour Organic
Whole Wheat Flour = 100% Whole Grain King Arthur Whole Wheat Flour
Pastry Flour = Bob’s Red Mill Unbleached White Fine Pastry Flour
Almond Flour = Bob’s Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour
Tapioca Flour = Bob’s Red Mill Tapioca Flour (Tapioca Starch)
Sour Cream = Full Fat Sour Cream
Yogurt = Full Fat Yogurt
Milk = As indicated or if Milk is just listed you may use 1%, 2% or Whole Milk
Butter = Unsalted Sweet Cream butter unless otherwise noted
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Categories:
Bread, Salad