Make your salads and soups irresistible with the crunch of homemade croutons crafted from fresh, hand-cut bread seasoned to perfection with herbs and a drizzle of olive oil. These golden, crispy bites not only add texture but also bring a pop of savory flavor.
Prepare the bread. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, melted butter, olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the bread evenly.
4 cups cubed bread, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp kosher salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Roast the croutons. Spread on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven until the croutons are lightly browned and dry, 12-18 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.