I grew up in the Midwest, eating salads with croutons that came from a box. It’s so easy to make your own and also a great way to use up bread that would otherwise go stale or to waste. Baguettes can vary in size so if yours is on the larger size use this recipe with only 6 cups of bread cubes. A stale baguette will turn golden faster than a fresh one.
Simple Croutons
Makes about 6 cups
Ingredients
1 small baguette, about 12 inches long, cut or torn into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Preheat oven to 375 F degrees. Place croutons on a rimmed or half-sheet pan and toss with the olive oil. Sprinkle a little bit of salt over the bread. Bake until croutons are a light golden color, about 10 to 17 minutes, tossing them halfway through baking. You don’t want them too crisp! Cool completely and store in a plastic bag.
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