Best 2 The Best 8 Spice Croutons Ever Recipes

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**Garlic Herb Croutons:** These classic croutons are seasoned with garlic, herbs, and a hint of lemon zest. They're perfect for adding a crunchy topping to salads, soups, and stews.

**Cheesy Garlic Croutons:** If you love cheese, then you'll love these cheesy garlic croutons. They're made with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and butter, and they're absolutely delicious.

**Bacon Ranch Croutons:** These bacon ranch croutons are a fun and flavorful twist on the classic crouton. They're made with bacon, ranch dressing mix, and a variety of herbs and spices.

**Everything Bagel Croutons:** Everything bagel croutons are a delicious way to add some extra flavor to your salads and soups. They're made with everything bagel seasoning, which is a blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt.

**Italian Herb Croutons:** These Italian herb croutons are a great way to add some Mediterranean flavor to your dishes. They're made with a blend of Italian herbs, such as basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.

**Lemon Pepper Croutons:** These lemon pepper croutons are a light and refreshing way to add some flavor to your salads and soups. They're made with lemon zest, black pepper, and a hint of garlic.

**Parmesan Herb Croutons:** These Parmesan herb croutons are a delicious and versatile way to add some extra flavor to your dishes. They're made with Parmesan cheese, herbs, and a hint of garlic.

**Spicy Ranch Croutons:** These spicy ranch croutons are a fun and flavorful way to add some heat to your salads and soups. They're made with ranch dressing mix, cayenne pepper, and a variety of herbs and spices.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST (8 SPICE) CROUTONS EVER!



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These are the absolutely BEST croutons I have ever tried! This recipe includes a lot of spices, but the blend is so yummy!! It is a recipe from my university's coffee house. Scatter on salads or soups or just enjoy for snacking! =)

Provided by anmwong

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
6 cups bread cubes, baguettes work well (approx. 8-10 slices of bread)
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground celery seed
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Melt butter/margarine.
  • Add spices to butter/margarine.
  • Pour mixture over bread pieces to coat.
  • Spread bread evenly on cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Stir once while baking.

BEST CROUTONS EVER



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These croutons are soft and good. I hate croutons, but I love these!

Provided by Pancake555

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

¼ cup butter
4 slices bread
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat.
  • Cut each bread slice into 16 cubes; add bread cubes and garlic powder to melted butter. Stir to coat. Transfer coated bread cubes to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 126 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Tips:

  • Make sure your bread is stale before using it for croutons. This will help them crisp up better in the oven.
  • Cut your bread into cubes of uniform size. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the croutons on the baking sheet. This will prevent them from getting crispy.
  • Bake the croutons in a preheated oven. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Keep an eye on the croutons while they are baking. They can burn quickly.
  • Once the croutons are done baking, let them cool completely before storing them.
  • Store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These 8-spice croutons are a delicious and versatile addition to any salad or soup. They are also a great snack on their own. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these croutons at home and enjoy them for weeks to come.

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