Parmesan Basil Croutons - Croutons are a fantastic way to add crunch and flavor to your salads and soups. They are also a great way to use up any leftover bread that you may have. There are many herbs you can add to croutons. We made this simple Parmesan Basil Croutons with olive oil, fresh basil, parmesan cheese. We also like to use both olive oil and butter when making croutons, as the butter adds extra rich flavor.
Ingredients You'll Need
For this recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups cubed day-old bread (preferably baguette or sourdough)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter (cooled to room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Preparation Steps
Follow these simple steps to make your own Parmesan basil croutons:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, and finely chopped basil leaves.
3. Add the cubed bread to the bowl and toss until the bread is evenly coated with the oil and butter mixture.
4. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean up.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.
NOTE: These parmesan basil croutons can be stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Serving Suggestions
Parmesan basil croutons are a versatile addition to various dishes. Sprinkle them over a classic Caesar salad or our Seasonal Peach Panzanella Salad, add them to a bowl of tomato soup, or simply enjoy them as a snack.
These homemade croutons are easy to make and eliminate waste by re-purposing old bread. Not to mention, they are delicious without any unnecessary ingredients that store-bought croutons may contain. So, add some flavor and crunch to your salads and soups!
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Homemade Croutons
Parmesan Basil Croutons - Croutons are a fantastic way to add crunch and flavor to your salads and soups.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cubed day-old bread (preferably baguette or sourdough)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter (cooled to room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, and finely chopped basil leaves.
3. Add the cubed bread to the bowl and toss until the bread is evenly coated with the oil and butter mixture.
4. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean up.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.
Notes
These parmesan basil croutons can be stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 76Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 112mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g
Calories are estimated and may vary.
