Buttery Croutons

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0.

2. 2

   On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine the bread, butter, and salt; toss to coat evenly and spread in a single layer.

3. 3

   Bake, stirring once, until crisp, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Let cool on sheet on a wire rack and use within3 hours.

5. 5

   *Pumpernickel Croutons: substitute pumpernickel bread for the white bread and olive oil for the melted butter.

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   *Garlic Croutons: in a small skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat; add in 3 minced garlic cloves, and saute until sizzling, about 2 minutes.

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   Remove from heat; use garlic butter in place of melted butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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