CHEESE CROUTONS

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This old family recipe is very popular. We also use these croutons to top our favorite Italian Wedding Soup. Leftover croutons can be frozen and reheated in a 450° oven for 5 minutes or until heated through.-Anita DelSignore, North Fort Myers, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 large eggs
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat eggs. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; gradually add to eggs. Spread evenly into a parchment paper-lined 9-in. square baking pan., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan; cut into 1-in. cubes. Increase temperature to 450°. Place cubes on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes longer, turning once. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges