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Easy Homemade Croutons (Garlic & Parmesan)

Deliciously Easy Homemade Croutons (Garlic & Parmesan) Recipe

Transform stale bread into Easy Homemade Croutons (Garlic & Parmesan) that elevate your salads and soups in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croutons
  • 4 cups Bread (baguette or crusty bread) Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil For coating the bread
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use 2-3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes, about 1-inch in size, and spread them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the bread cubes, ensuring they are lightly coated.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the cubes.
  5. Toss the bread cubes gently to coat them evenly with the oil and seasonings.
  6. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, keeping an eye on them after 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months.

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