Easy and Delicious Garlic Croutons

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Easy and Delicious Garlic Croutons
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 09, 2024

Learn how to make crispy and flavorful garlic croutons at home with this simple recipe. These croutons are perfect for adding crunch and garlic flavor to your salads or soups. You'll never go back to store-bought croutons after trying these!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups of cubed bread (such as French or Italian bread)
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cubed bread with olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  3. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool before using in salads or soups. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Homemade garlic croutons are a great way to use up stale bread and reduce food waste.
  • You can customize the flavor of these croutons by adding herbs or grated Parmesan cheese before baking.