Garlic Herb Parmesan Croutons
Delicious, super crispy homemade croutons that taste better than anything store-bought. From prep to the dinner table, this easy recipe takes just 25 minutes to make!
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 5 cloves garlic peeled and lightly pounded
- 1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 pieces bread cut into 3/4-inch (2cm) cubes (about 6 cups)
- 1/4 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).
- In a small saucepan, combine the garlic, parsley, salt, and oil, and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes. Discard the garlic.
- In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with the oil mixture. Spread them in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the middle of the oven for 8 minutes. Sprinkle the croutons with Parmesan and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until they are golden. Sprinkle with extra salt and let them cool.
- The croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Serve them as a topping for tossed green salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 552mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g