When you have stale bread, this is just one of its many uses. When I made these, the oven was already on, which made this an even more frugal and tasty treat. Also, I love that you can season with any dried and powdered herbs and seasonings of your choice. Plus, unlike store bought croutons, you can limit the added salt.
It's also a good idea that you can have as large or as small sized croutons you like and the amount is easily adjustable.
Recipe for Homemade Croutons
1 loaf bread, diced into bite-sized squares (I had a leftover Italian loaf.)
Spread out bread on a jelly roll pan and sprinkle with a small stream of olive oil. Stir to coat.
Sprinkle seasoning choices over olive oil. Stir again.
Bake on 350 degrees on middle rack for about 20 minutes, depending on thickness; stirring once or twice.
Unless salad recipe specifies otherwise, cool before topping salad.
Seasoning Options: onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, dried dill, seasoned salt, plain, salt and pepper, dried rosemary, and many more!
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