Name: Crispy Sourdough Garlic Parmesan Croutons Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4 cups day-old sourdough bread, cubed; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional); salt and black pepper to taste

Description

Turn leftover sourdough into golden, crunchy croutons flavored with garlic, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, perfect for salads, soups, and snacks.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups day-old sourdough bread, cubed

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)

salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cut the sourdough bread into 1/2-inch cubes.

3. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, grated parmesan, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

4. Add the bread cubes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.

5. Arrange the coated cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, turning the cubes halfway through for even browning.

7. Remove from the oven when golden and fragrant, then let cool completely on the baking sheet.

8. Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: snack
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings

Keywords: sourdough croutons, garlic croutons, parmesan croutons, homemade croutons, garlic parmesan, bread croutons, crouton recipe, salad topping