Croutons Recipe

  • Yield:

    4 cups

  • Total Time:

    30 mins

  • Prep Time:

    15 mins

  • Cook Time:

    15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black medium grind pepper
  • 4 cups bread cubes (approximately 3/4 to 1 inch)
  • 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Step 1) Pre-heat oven to 425°F.
  2. Step 2) Combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and black pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. Step 3) Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl, drizzle oil over cubes. Stir until cubes are coated with oil. Sprinkle cubes with cheese and the desired amount of seasoning . Store unused herb mixture in a re-sealable container for future use.
  4. Step 4) Spread seasoned croutons in a single layer on a 15x10-inch baking sheet. Bake in oven for 12 to 15 minutes until cubes are dried; stir occasionally. Cool on baking sheet. Store in plastic, re-sealable bag.
  5. Tip: A slightly stale Italian country or basic sourdough loaf work best for croutons!