Homemade Croutons
Don't buy flavorless boxed croutons from the grocery store! Make your own!
Servings 8
Calories 50kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups bread about ½ to ¾ inch dice
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil or half and half
- ½ teaspoon herbes de provence or your favorite seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the oven:
- Preheat oven to 450. Toss bread cubes with olive oil/butter and ½ teaspoon seasoning and salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer in a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes or until crispy and golden. Remove from oven.
For the stove top:
- Toss bread cubes with olive oil/butter and ½ teaspoon seasoning and salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium high heat. When hot, add croutons and toss and stir until golden on all sides, about 5-10 minutes.
- Let croutons cool and store in a ziplock bag or jar. They keep on the counter for about 4-5 days and freeze well.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 12mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg