Description
These homemade croutons are a simple, flavorful addition to soups and salads. Made with sourdough bread, garlic, mixed seeds, and fresh parsley, they provide a crunchy texture and a burst of taste with every bite. Oven-baked to golden perfection, they are an easy way to elevate your dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 thick slices sourdough bread
- ½ tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp mixed seeds
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/gas mark 7 to prepare for baking the croutons.
- Prepare the garlic and bread: Rub the whole garlic clove over both sides of the sourdough bread slices to infuse them with garlic flavor.
- Tear and toss bread with ingredients: Tear the sourdough into rough chunks, then toss these pieces with the oil, a good pinch of salt, and the mixed seeds to coat evenly.
- Bake the croutons: Spread the bread chunks on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- Add parsley and serve: Once baked, mix the croutons with the chopped parsley and sprinkle them over soups or salads to add a delightful crunch and flavor.
Notes
- For more flavor variations, try adding herbs like thyme or rosemary before baking.
- Use stale sourdough bread for better texture and less waste.
- Ensure the croutons are spread evenly on the baking sheet to bake uniformly.
- Store any leftover croutons in an airtight container for up to three days to maintain crispness.
- Adjust oil amount to preference for healthier or richer croutons.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: homemade croutons, garlic croutons, sourdough croutons, crunchy salad topping, soup garnish
