Best 5 Parmesan Garlic Croutons Recipes

Crispy, golden brown, and bursting with flavor, Parmesan garlic croutons are the perfect addition to any salad, soup, or appetizer platter. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these croutons are easy to make at home and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them garlicky, cheesy, or herby, this article will provide you with the best recipe to create the perfect Parmesan garlic croutons for your next meal. From choosing the right bread to selecting the best seasonings, we'll cover everything you need to know to make the most delicious Parmesan garlic croutons that will elevate your culinary creations to the next level.

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

GARLIC PARMESAN CROUTONS!

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Pretty much any type of bread will make good croutons. You can use stale pieces of baguette to the end slices of a sandwich loaf. Good croutons follow these basic rules= Make sure to cut the bread into uniform pieces, the cubes must be tossed with olive oil that has been laced with the determined spices, and the pieces must be baked in a 350*F. oven until golden. These are great served over soup and salads, even good as a munchy. Adapted from The America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Grains

Time 35m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 cups bread cubes (1/2-inch cubes)

Steps:

Adjust oven rack to the center postion in your oven and heat to 350*F.
Whisk the oil, garlic, salt and Parmesan cheese together in a large bowl. Add the bread cubes and toss until thoroughly coated.
Spread the bread cubes onto a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
Allow the croutons to cool to room temperature before serving. Enjoy!
Note:.
This recipe makes enough for at least two large salads(2-3 quart salad). Any leftovers will keep in an airtight container or ziplock bag for about 1 week.

BEST GARLIC PARMESAN CROUTONS

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These are like mini garlic bread bites, a perfect addition to caesar salads, soups, or just to munch on! You will never buy another crouton again.

Provided by kbracken

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

8 (1/2 inch thick) slices French bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 tablespoon creole seasoning (such as Emeril's Bayou Blast!®), or more to taste
½ cup butter
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, sliced thin
⅛ teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Put cubes in a large bowl and season generously with creole seasoning.
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir Parmesan cheese, garlic, and onion powder into the melted butter; pour over the bread cubes and toss to coat. Spread bread cubes onto a large baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, stir, and continue baking until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 33.8 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 479.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

MINESTRONE WITH GARLIC AND PARMESAN CROUTONS

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Categories Soup/Stew Garlic Leafy Green Pasta Tomato Vegetable Quick & Easy Parmesan Zucchini Winter Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 carrot, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 small red potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice
a 14- to 16-ounce can peeled whole tomatoes including their juice
1 1/4 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) dried ditalini or other small macaroni-type pasta
1 large garlic clove, sliced
2 slices homemade-type white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 small zucchini (about 6 ounces), washed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 cup chopped romaine lettuce

Steps:

In a large saucepan heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté onion, carrot, and potato with salt to taste until vegetables are lightly browned. Add tomatoes and their liquid, broth, and pasta and simmer, stirring to break up tomatoes, 10 minutes, or until pasta and vegetables are tender.
In a skillet sauté garlic in remaining tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until golden and discard with a slotted spoon. In garlic-flavored oil fry bread, seasoned with salt, over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides. Remove skillet from heat and add parsley and Parmesan, tossing croutons to coat well.
Add zucchini and half the croutons to tomato mixture and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes, or until zucchini is almost tender and croutons are dissolved. Stir in romaine and cook 1 minutes.
Serve soup sprinkled with remaining croutons.

PARMESAN GARLIC CROUTONS

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No need to buy croutons when you can make them at home this easy! You can play around with the flavors once you understand this method! Enjoy!

Provided by KPD123

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except bread cubes.
In a large bowl, add bread and drizzle olive oil mixture over bread; toss to coat.
Spread bread cubes on baking sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until golden, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 824.4, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3, Protein 15.9

GARLIC-PARMESAN CROUTONS

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These croutons taste great, and your house will smell wonderful with the scent of the herbs.

Provided by Heather Moyer

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
5 thick slices day-old bread with crusts removed, cut into cubes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Mix butter, Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and salt together in a large, flat-bottomed bowl; add bread cubes and turn with a spatula to coat. Spread coated bread cubes onto a baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool croutons completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 22.1 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 375.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Don't overcrowd the croutons on the baking sheet. Give them enough space so they can crisp up evenly.
Bake the croutons until they are golden brown and crispy, but not burnt.
Store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
You can use croutons to add flavor and texture to salads, soups, and casseroles.

Conclusion:

Parmesan garlic croutons are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor and texture to your favorite dishes. They are easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some extra flavor to your meal, try making a batch of Parmesan garlic croutons.