PARMESAN CHEESE CROUTONS

Parmesan Cheese Croutons image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 small loaf of french bread, like a baguette
1 large garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or Romano

Steps:

Preheat broiler.
Rub the outside of the bread with the garlic. Cut the bread into slices about 1/4-inch thick.
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush one side with oil.
Place under the broiler until lightly browned on one side. Turn and repeat.
Top each crouton with the Parmesan cheese. Place under the broiler until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 270, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 534 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams