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Herbed Garlic Croutons

Courses: Starters and appetizers
Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

4 tablespoons 60mlMargarine - (unsalted)
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlOregano
1   Garlic - minced
2 cups 474mlWhole wheat bread cubes - 1/2"
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlBasil

Recipe Instructions

In a large skillet, heat margarine. Add seasonings. Cook for about 1 minute to soften.

Stir in bread cubes and saute until browned and crisp. Scatter on tops of soups or salads just before serving.

Makes 2 cups.

VARIATIONS: - try other seasonings of your choice such as curry powder, cut into cubes.

Spread on ungreased baking sheet. Toast in 400F oven for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp.

Store in tin at room temperature for 1-2 days; some of their crispness will be lost if stored in plastic container.

They may be reheated and crisped in 350F oven for 5 minutes.

Source:
The Frugal Gourmet-Jeff Smith

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