HERB GARLIC PARMESAN CROUTONS

Herb Garlic Parmesan Croutons image

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c olive oil
5 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 large loaf french baguette
3/4 c grana padano or parmigiano- reggiano cheese, grated and divided
1/4 tsp ground thyme
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1 small pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)

Steps:

1. Mix together olive oil and garlic; let it infuse for 4 to 5 hours at room temperature.
2. Preheat oven to 300ºF. Cut a baguette in half, then half and then in cubes; place in a big bowl.
3. Using a fine sieve, strain oil infusion over the bread cubes, pressing garlic with the back of a spoon. Toss very well with a spatula until bread is completely coated. Mix half a cup of cheese with thyme, oregano, basil, cayenne and black pepper; toss well.
4. Place cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer; bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and toss again; bake for another 15 minutes. Remove from oven (they won't be cook) and press them against each other. Sprinkle the rest of Parmesan cheese; return to the oven until done and crispy, about 13 to 15 minutes. Store them in a Ziploc bag when they are completely cool.
5. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeajitJ71D0