HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes
Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Rub the whole garlic clove over both sides of the sourdough. Tear it into rough chunks and toss with the oil, a good pinch of salt and the seeds.
- Spread out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 mins until golden and crisp. Mix with the chopped parsley. Sprinkle on soup or a salad for added crunch.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.53 milligram of sodium
HOMEMADE CROUTONS IN THE AIR FRYER
Although store-bought croutons come in a resealable bag, they still get stale quick. Homemade are simple to make and taste much better. I started making them in the oven but if you turn your back for a minute they can go from soft to burnt. I needed a low-maintenance method so I came up with this air fryer recipe that works perfectly every single time.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Time 13m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Whisk parsley, garlic powder, and seasoned salt into the melted butter and pour over bread cubes. Toss bread cubes with a rubber spatula until evenly coated. Let sit for 2 minutes for butter to absorb.
- Place bread in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 4 minutes. Toss with a spatula and cook for 2 minutes more. Transfer croutons to a paper towel-lined plate until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 191.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CHEF JOHN'S HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Don't let stale baguettes go to waste! These garlic-parmesan croutons are the perfect crunchy topper for salads and soups. And they're ridiculously easy to make.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Time 3h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Stir olive oil and garlic together in a bowl. Let sit at room temperature until flavors are infused, about 3 hours.
- Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Pour garlic oil through a strainer onto the bread; toss to coat bread with oil. Add 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat. Spread bread cubes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn croutons and bake 15 minutes more. Push croutons together with a spatula so that they are in a compact rectangle on the baking sheet and no longer spread out; sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over the top. Bake until cheese is melted and the bread is crispy and crunchy, 10 to 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 13.2 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 889.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS
This homemade Caesar salad is loaded with flavor! Cold, crunchy romaine lettuce and golden brown, toasted croutons are tossed in a briny, rich dressing, delivering a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. Serve as a side salad alongside lasagna or grilled steak and potatoes, or add a protein such as grilled salmon, chicken, or shrimp and make it a main dish.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Caesar Salad
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place bread on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Whisk together oil, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper in a liquid measure. Pour mixture over the bread and toss with your hands until evenly coated. Spread bread mixture into a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and toasted, yet slightly soft in the center, 15 to 18 minutes, tossing croutons a few times during baking. Remove from the oven and let cool completely while you prepare the salad.
- Place garlic, anchovies, and salt in a large salad serving bowl; press the mixture with a fork until a paste forms. Stir in egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Slowly whisk in olive oil until all is incorporated and mixture is well blended and smooth. Stir in 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove about 1/4 cup of dressing and set aside for another use.
- When ready to serve, add lettuce and 1/2 of the croutons to the bowl with the remaining dressing; toss until well coated. Reserve remaining croutons for another use.
- Sprinkle salad with additional Parmesan and pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 55.9 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 998.1 mg
FAMILY FAVORITE SALAD WITH HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING AND CROUTONS
Steps:
- In a chilled salad bowl, add the greens and lightly coat the inside of the bowl with Ranch Dressing. Add the Croutons and toss lightly. Garnish with the tomatoes, avocado and bacon, serve immediately.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients and blend well with fork or stick blender. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients, except the bread, until well combined. Adjust the seasoning, if needed. Add in the bread and mix well with your hands, tossing to coat all sides of cubes. Pour out onto a baking sheet and spread evenly. Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, turning after 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Store in an airtight container.
HOMEMADE CROUTONS
You can change up these basic homemade croutons recipe by substituting your favorite herbs and spices. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 2-2/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bread in a large bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients; drizzle over bread and toss to coat., Place in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOMEMADE CROUTONS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: bread, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, dried oregano
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the bread cubes on a greased baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Toss until evenly coated
- Bake for 15 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
- Use as croutons, or smash to make breadcrumbs.
- Enjoy!
CAESAR SALAD WITH HOMEMADE TAPENADE CROUTONS
Provided by Wolfgang Puck
Categories Salad Garlic Leafy Green Olive Oscars Lunch Parmesan Fall Winter Lettuce Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. Make the croutons: In a medium bowl, combine the oil, cheese, garlic, oregano, and thyme. Add the bread and toss, coating all the croutons.
- 3. Arrange the croutons in a single layer on a baking tray and bake until golden, turning to brown all sides. Cool and store in a cool, dry place.
- 4. Make the salad: Trim the lettuce and toss with some of the Caesar Vinaigrette . Arrange on salad plates and sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- 5. Spread one side of your croutons with a thin layer of the Black and Green Olive Tapenade . Arrange atop the salads and serve immediately.
CAESAR SALAD WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS AND BALSAMIC DRESSING
Provided by Alexis Watson
Categories Salad Cheese Leafy Green Appetizer Quick & Easy Lunch Lettuce Bon Appétit California Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk 1/4 cup oil, 2 garlic cloves, and coarse salt in large bowl to blend. Add bread cubes and toss to coat. Transfer croutons to baking sheet. Bake croutons until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
- Combine cheese, mayonnaise, anchovies, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, remaining 1/4 cup oil, and 1 garlic clove in blender; puree until smooth. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place lettuce and croutons in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve with any remaining dressing.
HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH CROUTONS
Make and share this Homemade Sourdough Croutons recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 1 loaf's worth of croutons, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut the loaf in half lengthwise and scoop out all the soft bread DO NOT use the crust.
- Tear the bread into ½ to ¾ chunks.
- Whisk or blend together the oil, salt, pepper, garlic and mixed spices.
- Toss the bread chunks in the oil mixture, making sure that they are all coated.
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
- Place them on a large baking sheet and place in a 300-degree oven for 15- 20 minutes, turning them ever 5 minutes, until they are golden brown.
ICED GAZPACHO WITH HOMEMADE GARLIC CROUTONS
Make and share this Iced Gazpacho With Homemade Garlic Croutons recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Midwest Maven
Categories Peppers
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put the bell peppers, cucumber, tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar in a food processor, and process until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, transfer to a bowl, cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Meanwhile, for the garlic croutons, heat the oil in a skillet over med/high heat.
- Add the garlic and fry for 2 minutes, stirring to flavor the oil.(can use more garlic if you like).
- Discard the garlic, add the bread cubes, and fry until golden on all sides.
- Drain well on paper towels, sprinkle with the sea salt and store in an airtight container if not using immediately.
- To serve, place ice cubes in soup bowls, ladle the soup on top and then top with your garnishes and croutons, or let your guests add their own.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.1, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 73.3, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 6.9, Protein 3
GREENS WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS
A lively salad of fresh greens gets a flavorful boost from homemade croutons baked with tarragon, thyme and basil. - Ann Bush, Colorado City, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place bread cubes in a bowl. Drizzle with butter; toss lightly. Sprinkle with seasonings; toss to combine. Arrange in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 14-18 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
BREAD CRUMBS OR CROUTONS HOMEMADE (SALLYE)
It is so easy to make your own bread crumbs, and you save a ton of money while you're doing it. Using up all those bits and pieces of bread that you might have thrown out, and the bonus is, there's not additives to wonder about. You control what goes in/on them.
Provided by sallye bates
Categories Other Breads
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Line a large cooking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Turn oven to 325º
- 2. ***Any kind of leftover bread will work. I've used hamburger or hot dog buns, white bread wheat bread, homemade bread and other kinds. It's okay to mix kinds of bread in the same batch.
- 3. Cut or tear bread into 1-1/2" cubes (approximately. Spread the bread pieces out in a single layer.
- 4. Spray bread generously with cooking spray (again your choice....I always use olive oil), Gently mix the bread so that all surfaces are covered with oil.
- 5. ***** HERBS AND SPICES. Use your choice of herbs/spice seasoning mix to coat the bread. https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/main-course/other-main-course/homemade-italian-seasoning-mix-sallye.html https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/non-edible/other-non-edible/herb-de-provence-mix-sallyeo.html https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/non-edible/other-non-edible/southwestern-seasoned-salt.html https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/sauce-spread-seasoning-mix/diy-mrs-dash-seasoning-mix-sallye.html These are some I use at different times, but use your favorites. Sometimes I add Kraft Parmesan cheese to the seasoning mix.
- 6. Place baking sheet in preheated oven and turn timer on to 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, check bread. Stir and continue baking until bread is a toasty brown. (about 10 more minutes)
- 7. Remove from oven and allow to cool. NOTE: FOR CROUTONS, STOP HERE.
- 8. FOR BREAD CRUMBS, ADD THE FOLLOWING STEPS: Place bread pieces in food processor and process on medium to high speed until desired coarseness is reached. Dependent on the amount of bread you've toasted, you may need to process more than one batch.
- 9. You can also reserve some of the bread pieces for croutons. So easy and so much better and cheaper than "store bought" bread crumbs.
HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Provided by Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Cut bread into cubes and place in a large bowl. Drizzle cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Spread seasoned bread onto a sheet pan and bake for about 15 minutes.
HOLLY'S HOMEMADE TOMATO SOUP WITH CROUTONS
This is the best! My close friend Holly would bring this over to me when I was recovering from a long illness. It took me 2 years to talk her into giving me the recipe, so guard it with your life, it's hard to come by!
Provided by 1 Cookin Texan 1954
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Soup;.
- Saute' bacon, onion and garlic until onions are clear.
- Add tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
- Place in a large stockpot and stir in flour,chicken stock, tomato paste and seasoning.
- Cook for 35 minutes.
- Puree' and add cream right before serving.
- Croutons;.
- Mix together and brown in a single layer on a cookie sheet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 44.6, Sodium 875.7, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 11.1, Protein 16.3
SOUTH PHILLY CHILI WITH HOMEMADE WHIZ WIT AND PRETZEL CROUTONS
Steps:
- South Philly Chili Preparation: In a large soup pot heat olive oil over medium high heat, saute garlic and sausages until golden brown. Add cherry peppers, eggplant and zucchini and saute until tender. Drain off excess oil and add beans, roasted peppers, crushed tomatoes, beef broth and tomato paste and stir to incorporate. Bring chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low and add chili powder, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook chili for 25-30 minutes stirring occasionally. Keep hot until ready to serve. Homemade Whiz Wit Preparation: In a medium sauce pot melt butter over medium heat, add flour and stir to create a roux. Pour in whole milk, whisk and bring to a simmer. Whisk in cheddar and provolone cheese half a cup at a time until completely melted and sauce begins to thicken. Season with salt and pepper and reduce heat to low, making sure to stir occasionally to keep sauce from browning on the bottom. In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions add saute until caramelized, stirring frequently. Deglaze pan with cooking wine and continue to cook until wine has evaporated. Stir caramelized onions into cheese sauce. Keep hot until ready to serve. Pretzel Croutons Preparation: Preheat oven to 400 F. Toss pretzel cubes in a large metal bowl with olive oil, garlic powder and mustard powder. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until pretzels are crunchy and golden brown . To serve ladel chili into bowls, spoon cheese sauce over top and garnish with pretzel croutons.
ZESTY HOMEMADE CROUTONS
These are good.
Provided by Eve Peterson @mumm6
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375. Cut bread into 1 inch cubes. Put in large bowl and drizzle olive oil over bread until well coated. Sprinkle cheese, garlic powder, italian seasoning, and salt and pepper over bread cubes and mix. Transfer to large baking pan or cookie sheet and arrange to one layer. Bake 10 min. remove pan from oven and stir. Bake for 10 more min. or until desired crunchiness. Cool on pan and transfer to air-tight container.(Day old bread can be used).
HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Trim crusts from bread and discard.
- Lightly butter both sides of each slice (or, if you prefer, first blend butter with crushed garlic). I often substitute fruity extra-virgin olive oil for butter, sometimes plain, sometimes mixed with 1/4 teaspoon crushed garlic. Because bread absorbs more oil than softened butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons oil is about right.
- Cut each buttered slice into 1/3-inch cubes and spread in a single layer, not touching, on an ungreased large baking sheet.
- Slide onto the middle oven shelf and toast about 15 minutes until pale tan.
- Use croutons as the recipe directs.
ZESTY HOMEMADE CROUTONS
My husband loves spicy & zesty food - everything has to be well seasoned! He and I came up with this recipe together.
Provided by Peggy White @PeggySue67
Categories Other Salads
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Cut bread into 1 inch cubes
- Put in large mixing bowl & drizzle olive oil over the bread until well coated
- Sprinkle cheese, garlic powder, italian seasoning, and salt & pepper over bread cubes and mix
- Transfer to a large baking pan or cookie sheet and arrange to one layer
- Bake for 10 minutes, remove pan from oven and stir croutons
- Bake for 10 more minutes or until desired crunchiness
- Cool on pan and transfer to air-tight container
- Amount of seasoning can be adjusted to your preference. Bread doesn't have to be fresh - we buy day old bread from the store's bakery. The aroma while cooking will make your house smell great!
HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Make and share this Homemade Croutons recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Sarita in Aust
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 7-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Slice each loaf and then cut into cubes.
- In a baking sheet, toss the cubes with olive oil and garlic salt.
- Bake for about 15 min, turning cubes once to allow to brown evenly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 394.7, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5.7
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