Buttered Crunchy Croutons Food

BUTTERED CRUNCHY CROUTONS

Steps:

• 1. Cut the crusts off of 6 slices of stacked bread. Then cut the stack into 1/2 inch cubes(about 3 cups) Put into a bowl. Drizzle with the melted butter, salt, pepper, and parsley flakes. Toss well with a rubber spatula, lightly.
• 2. Spread the croutons in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake the croutons in a pre-heated 400 degree oven, untill crisp and golden. About 10 minutes. Turning once after 5 minutes. Cool and store. Use and enjoy soon. ** NOTE; If you like you can add a little garlic powder, etc. Your choice.

GARLIC BUTTER CROUTONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
• Using a serrated knife, gently slice bread into 3/4 inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
• In a separate bowl, combine olive oil and melted butter. Slowly drizzle butter mixture over bread cubes while stirring, and continue tossing until evenly coated. Sprinkle bread cubes with parsley, garlic powder, and salt and toss to coat. Spread into a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
• Bake until golden brown and to your desired crunchiness. Baking time can vary widely depending on the moisture and density of the bread used (stale bread will bake faster). I highly recommend checking on your croutons every 5 minutes for best results. This may take about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before storing.

MICROWAVE CROUTONS

Steps:

• Put butter in a medium baking dish (I used a glass pie plate).
• In a microwave oven, cook butter on high for about 25 seconds or until melted.
• Stir in the parsley, paprika, garlic salt and pepper.
• Then add the bread.
• Stir until bread cubes are coated.
• Microwave uncovered for 3 minutes; sitrring the cubes once every minute until bread is golden and crisp.
• Sprinkle over a tossed salad.

EGG NOODLES WITH CRISPY CROUTONS

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions.
• When you put the water on to boil, place the butter in a small frying pan over medium heat.
• Tear the bread into small pieces for the croutons.
• When the butter is melted and sizzling (don't let it brown) add the pieces of bread.
• Watch the bread carefully and stir frequently so that it doesn't burn but will get crispy.
• Add the salt and pepper to the croutons.
• When the noodles are cooked, drain and place in your serving bowl.
• Add the croutons; stir to distribute well.
• Serve and enjoy!

HOMEMADE CROUTONS

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Rub the whole garlic clove over both sides of the sourdough. Tear it into rough chunks and toss with the oil, a good pinch of salt and the seeds.
• Spread out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 mins until golden and crisp. Mix with the chopped parsley. Sprinkle on soup or a salad for added crunch.

CRUNCHY RANCH CROUTONS

Steps:

• Cut crust from bread and discard the crust.
• Brush both sides of each slice of bread with olive oil, melted butter or margarine.
• Slice bread into 1/2-inch strips; turn and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch cubes.
• Optional:.
• Place bread cubes in a plastic zipper bag; sprinkle with dry salad dressing mix to act as dry seasoning. Securely seal bag and shake, coating bread cubes with dry salad dressing mix.
• Spread cubes flat on baking sheet. Preheat oven to 325°F Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet.
• Note: For bigger croutons, use "Texas Toast" style bread and slice into larger 3/4-inch cubes.