Crouton
A crouton is a small, dry, seasoned cube of bread that is used to add texture and flavor to salads, soups, and other dishes. Croutons are made from a variety of breads, including white, wheat, and rye. The most common seasoning for croutons is garlic, but they can also be flavored with herbs, cheese, and other spices.
The history of croutons is believed to date back to ancient Rome, when the first recipes for fried bread cubes appeared. These early croutons were made by frying cubes of bread in olive oil or lard. The bread was then often flavored with garlic, cheese, and herbs.
Croutons became popular in France during the Middle Ages, when they were known as "croûtons." At this time, croutons were usually made from stale bread that was fried or baked. The bread was then soaked in water or milk, which helped to soften it and make it more flavorful.
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Recipes
Easy Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Croutons
- cheese crouton
- salt
- saffron thread
- garlic
- heavy cream
- orzo pasta
- tomato
- butter
- onion
- olive oil
- chicken stock
- gruyère cheese
- white bread
Torn Croutons
- loaf day country
- salt
- olive oil
Easy Gazpacho & Goat Cheese Croutons
- salt
- baguette
- onion
- tomato juice
- olive oil
- red wine vinegar
- celery salt
- red pepper flake
- cucumber
- tomato paste
- tomato
- garlic
- green onion
- garlic
The Recipe for Cheese Crouton
- bread loaf
- cheese
- olive oil
- salt
Easy Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Croutons
- cheese crouton
- salt
- saffron thread
- garlic
- heavy cream
- orzo pasta
- tomato
- butter
- onion
- olive oil
- chicken stock
- gruyère cheese
- white bread
Rye Croutons Recipe
- garlic
- olive oil
- rye bread
Brown Butter Croutons
- salt
- garlic
- butter
- bread
Crispy Garlic Parmesan Croutons
- french baguette
- cayenne pepper
- olive oil
- italian seasoning
- black pepper
- paprika
- salt
- parmesan cheese
- garlic
Brioche Croutons
- brioche bread
- salt
- black pepper
- olive oil
Low Calorie Homemade Croutons
- oregano
- ground
- black pepper
- salt
- italian bread
- cooking spray
Italian Herb and Parmesan Polenta Croutons
- water
- cornmeal
- salt
- garlic powder
- italian seasoning
- parmesan cheese
Homemade Garlic Croutons
- sourdough bread loaf
- butter
- salt
- olive oil
- white
- garlic powder
- garlic
Homemade Croutons
- olive oil
- garlic
- white bread
- parsley
- salt
Air Fryer Croutons
- salt
- oregano
- olive oil
- garlic
- country white
Sourdough Anchovy Croutons Recipe
- olive oil
- salt
- sourdough bread
Sourdough Croutons
- garlic powder
- loaf sourdough bread
- seasoning salt
- olive oil
- white
Sourdough Croutons
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- loaf sourdough bread
- olive oil
- thyme
Air Fryer Gluten-Free Croutons
- salt
- oregano
- olive oil
- garlic
- sage
- gluten bread
Homemade Croutons
- italian seasoning
- garlic
- french bread loaf
- black pepper
- olive
- butter
- salt
Garlic Rye Croutons
- black pepper
- salt
- vegetable oil
- chive
- bacon
- garlic
- rye sourdough bread
Air Fryer Croutons
- italian seasoning
- loaf french bread
- olive oil
- garlic salt
- parmesan cheese
Homemade Croutons
- salt
- garlic powder
- olive oil
- bread
- black pepper
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Common Ingredients
- olive oil 58%
- salt 58%
Usual Ingredients
- garlic 35%
Rarey Ingredients
- garlic powder 19%