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Garlic Croutons

By Dodie Thompson

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This recipe was created to accompany Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad with Caesar Dressing .

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3 cups

Ingredients

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, pressed
4 French bread slices, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil and garlic in small saucepan. Place bread cubes on baking sheet. Pour butter mixture over and toss well. Bake until bread cubes are golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Croutons can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store at room temperature in airtight container.)

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