Homemade Jumbo Croutons – Three Recipes!

Name: Homemade Jumbo Croutons – Three Recipes!
Ingredients: Use a large mixing bowl to toss the croutons.; You can make your croutons wet or dry. If you prefer a super crispy dry crouton, I advise you to use day old or next day french bread baguettes. Fresh bread will take longer to dry out in the oven. If you like a more wet, moist on the inside style cr; * You can also adjust the intensity and weight of your crouton by adjusting the oil and acid. More oil will create a heavier, more decadent crouton.; * Spice it up! Easily spice up your croutons by adding a dash of cayenne or red pepper flakes. You can add these either before or after you bake the croutons.; * Always salt and pepper to taste!; * Toss just-baked croutons with finely chopped fresh herbs (like basil) for an extra aromatic touch!; * Add in side ingredients to flavor the croutons – and “roast” deliciously. Try roasted tomatoes, roast garlic (As below) and roasted mushrooms to start.; Salads are fun for all with jumbo croutons on top..; The Process: for each of the recipes below, simply toss well in a large mixing bowl. Then bake for 12-20 minutes at 350 degrees – or until toasted to your desired texture. Serve over salad when they are still warm!

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INGREDIENTS

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Use a large mixing bowl to toss the croutons.

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You can make your croutons wet or dry. If you prefer a super crispy dry crouton, I advise you to use day old or next day french bread baguettes. Fresh bread will take longer to dry out in the oven. If you like a more wet, moist on the inside style cr

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* You can also adjust the intensity and weight of your crouton by adjusting the oil and acid. More oil will create a heavier, more decadent crouton.

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* Spice it up! Easily spice up your croutons by adding a dash of cayenne or red pepper flakes. You can add these either before or after you bake the croutons.

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* Always salt and pepper to taste!

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* Toss just-baked croutons with finely chopped fresh herbs (like basil) for an extra aromatic touch!

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* Add in side ingredients to flavor the croutons – and “roast” deliciously. Try roasted tomatoes, roast garlic (As below) and roasted mushrooms to start.

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Salads are fun for all with jumbo croutons on top..

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The Process: for each of the recipes below, simply toss well in a large mixing bowl. Then bake for 12-20 minutes at 350 degrees – or until toasted to your desired texture. Serve over salad when they are still warm!

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