Ingredients

• 1 loaf any Bread Recipe, sliced and cubed, then allowed to stale for at least 3 days (about 4 c)
• Add the ingredients for any of the crouton varieties described below:

Plain version:

• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 c olive oil

Thyme version:

• 4 cloves garlic, crushed to a paste
• 1 Tbl fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 c butter, melted

Garlic and Herb version:

• 4 cloves garlic, crushed to a paste
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1/4 tsp thyme
• 1/4 tsp rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 c olive oil

Parmesan version:

• 4 cloves garlic, crushed to a paste
• 1/2 c Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 c olive oil

Instructions

Make seasoning and mix. Put oil (or butter) and seasonings in a large bowl; use a spoon to mix until uniform. Add the bread cubes and mix until thoroughly combined. Bake. Place on a cookie sheet and bake for about 10 minutes at 350 degrees, or until golden brown. For extra crunch and storage turn the oven down to 250 degrees and continue to bake until very crisp. Seal tightly in a plastic bag, making sure to label.