How to Make Croutons
Transform Stale Bread Into a Salad Superstar

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Stop! Don't toss out that loaf of stale bread that's sitting on your counter. Instead, give it a new life by transforming it into shatteringly crisp croutons — it only takes a few minutes, and the results are far tastier than store-bought varieties. Whether you have half a loaf of bread leftover or only a few slices, the technique is simple and scalable.
Use Day-Old Bread If Possible

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Slice the Bread

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Cube the Bread

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Season the Bread

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Toast Them Up

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