Best Light And Crisp Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs Recipes

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HOMEMADE WHOLE WHEAT BREAD CRUMBS



Homemade Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs image

I couldn't find 100% whole wheat bread crumbs in my local supermarket, so I decided to make my own. Easy and delicious! I'll never buy store-bought again. Store in zip-top storage bags or plastic containers in a freezer for long-term storage.

Provided by BabyDragonfly

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf 100% whole wheat bread
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
¾ teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Layer bread slices in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Allow a bit of room between slices for warm air to circulate.
  • Toast bread in the preheated oven, flipping until evenly dry, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Process bread in a food processor until fine. Add Pecorino Romano cheese, parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and sugar and pulse until just combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 418.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SKILLET MAC AND CHEESE



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Serving mac and cheese in the skillet it's baked in amps up the homey comfort factor. The secret ingredient in this bread crumb-topped beauty is the finely chopped cauliflower that blends in subtly with the pasta. Using three different cheeses guarantees maximum flavor and meltability.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups 1-inch-wide cauliflower florets
1 1/4 cups Light-and-Crisp Whole-Wheat Bread Crumbs (recipe below)
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups cold low-fat (1%) milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (5 ounces)
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (1 ounce)
2 teaspoons mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) whole-grain elbow macaroni, cooked for 3 minutes less than the package directions (about 3 cups cooked)
Nonstick cooking spray
4 slices whole wheat sandwich bread (about 1 ounce each)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the cauliflower into a steamer basket fitted over the pot, cover, and steam until just tender, about 5 minutes. Finely chop the steamed cauliflower.
  • In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan, and oil.
  • In a large saucepan, whisk together the milk and flour until the flour is dissolved. Whisking constantly, bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the mixture thickens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the cheddar, Gruyere, mustard powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chopped cauliflower and macaroni and stir until well coated.
  • Spray an ovenproof 10-inch high-sided skillet with cooking spray. Pour the mixture into the prepared skillet. Sprinkle with the bread crumb mixture, place on a baking sheet, and bake until the top is browned and the cheese is bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Homemade bread crumbs are one of those "chef's secrets" ¿ important but often overlooked detail that can make a dish. These easy-to-make crumbs are flaky, mild, and versatile¿they don't have that heavy whole-wheat taste and dense texture that most store-bought brands have. Since bread crumbs are a comfort-food cornerstone used in everything from cutlet coatings to casserole toppings, it's key to have the best.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the bread in a food processor and process until fine crumbs form, 25 to 30 seconds. Place the crumbs on a baking sheet, spreading them evenly. Bake until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Store the bread crumbs in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

MOIST, LIGHT, & FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD



Moist, Light, & Fluffy Whole Wheat Bread image

After trying Kim's (my sister-in-law) moist wheat bread, I HAD to have the recipe! It was delish! You HAVE to follow this recipe to a "T" if you want it to be moist, light, & fluffy... Don't substitute or skip any of the ingredients. I had to order the SAF yeast and Dough Enhancer from www.beprepared.com (which took a few days to get delivered, but it was worth it). The vital wheat gluten is VITAL! This is the best whole wheat bread I've ever eaten - even better than specialty bread store's bread!

Provided by Sweet Chef Shelly

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 40m

Yield 3 loaves, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 -9 cups whole wheat flour (divided)
1 1/2 tablespoons saf instant yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons dough enhancer
3 tablespoons vital wheat gluten
1 tablespoon salt
3 cups warm water (114* - 116*)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (I use light-tasting olive oil)
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon liquid lecithin (found at health food stores)

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, put 4 cups of the flour, the yeast, the dough enhancer, the vital wheat gluten, and the salt.
  • In the mixer bowl (I mix mine in a Bosch mixer), put water, oil, honey, and lecithin.
  • Add the dry ingredients from the bowl to the liquid in the mixer bowl.
  • Beat with wire attachment until it forms a smooth batter. (About 3 minutes.)
  • Place the dough hook on the mixer.
  • Gradually add more flour and mix until it forms a soft dough. Continue mixing for about 10 minutes to knead the dough.
  • Remove the dough from the bowl and form it into 3 loaves.
  • Place in PAM-sprayed bread pans and spray the top of the loaves with PAM and allow to rise for about one hour.
  • Preheat your oven to 350* and Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  • ** If you don't use all white-wheat flour, cut down on the baking time as it will brown more quickly. **You can use red wheat flour, but it is slightly heavier. I prefer using all white wheat flour or 1/2 white wheat and 1/2 red wheat flour, but any flour will work.

LIGHT-AND-CRISP WHOLE-WHEAT BREAD CRUMBS



Light-and-Crisp Whole-Wheat Bread Crumbs image

Homemade bread crumbs are one of those "chef’s secrets"-an important but often overlooked detail that can make a dish. These easy-to-make crumbs are flaky, mild, and versatile-they don’t have that heavy whole-wheat taste and dense texture that most store-bought brands have. Since bread crumbs are a comfort-food cornerstone used in everything from cutlet coatings to casserole toppings, it’s key to have the best.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Yield Makes 1 1/3 cups bread crumbs or 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 1

4 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread (about 1 ounce each)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the bread in a food processor and process until fine crumbs form, 25 to 30 seconds. Place the crumbs on a baking sheet, spreading them evenly. Bake until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Store the bread crumbs in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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