Garlic Croutons

We had a loaf of stale focaccia in our freezer that I just could not bear to part with… voila CROUTONS!

INGREDIENTS:

2 T EVOO
2 garlic cloves (minced)
¼ tsp salt
4 cups (1/2 inch) bread cubes, or a full loaf cut into cubes

Adjust an oven rack to the center position and heat the oven to 350 degrees. Whisk the EVOO and salt together in a LARGE bowl. Add the breadcrumbs and toss until thoroughly coated. Spread the bread onto a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes. All the croutons to cool before serving or placing in a storage container in the freezer. Then you can simply pull out a handful each time you make salads or for French Onion Soup!