Homemade Breadcrumbs (from Croutons)
Make croutons from discounted bread, then pulse or crush into breadcrumbs.
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- •Bread loafAny marked-down bread you like (example mentioned: sourdough loaf)
- •Extra virgin olive oilDrizzle/pump over bread cubes
- •SaltTo taste
- •Black pepperTo taste
- 1
Cut the bread into cubes.
1 min
- 2
Spread the bread cubes on a sheet tray/baking sheet and shake to distribute evenly.
1 min
- 3
Drizzle (pump) extra virgin olive oil over the bread, then season with salt and pepper. Mix to coat.
1 min
- 4
Lay the cubes flat in an even layer.
0 min
- 5
Bake at 375°F for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on your oven, until crispy (croutons).
15 min
- 6
To make breadcrumbs, crush the croutons with a mortar and pestle or pulse in a food processor until you reach your desired consistency (work in batches if needed).
2 min
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