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Croutons

Homemade croutons are an easy and tasty way to use up leftover bread. They can be used as a topping for salads or soups, or simply as a crunchy snack. Making croutons at home is also more cost-effective than buying them pre-made. This simple recipe requires just a few basic ingredients and can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 186 kcal

Equipment

  • 11 Dutch Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices friendly bread
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Cut the slices of bread into medium-size chunks.
  • Coat the inside of the Dutch oven with the oil. Set it to390degreesF and allow it to heat up
  • Place the chunks inside and shallow fry for at least 8 minutes.
  • Serve with hot soup.

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Notes

Croutons are small pieces of bread that have been toasted or fried until crispy. They are a popular addition to salads, soups, and other dishes, adding a crunchy texture and a burst of flavor. Croutons are easy to make at home using leftover bread and a few simple ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcalProtein: 4gFat: 25g
Keyword Croutons
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