Traditional cheese and herb croûtes are great, but for a deliciously unexpected hit of flavor, try this homemade olive croutons recipe. It's literally as easy as 1-2-3, using only bread, olive oil, and tapenade for ingredients. Try these unique garnishes with a simple garden tomato bisque for the most impact.
Cook's note: Nearly any bread, from country white to sourdough to whole-grain, works beautifully in this olive croutons recipe.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 slices country bread, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons tapenade
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 375F. Toss the bread with the olive oil and tapenade until the bread is thoroughly coated with the mixture. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake the bread for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once.
Remove the croutons from the oven when they turn golden brown and use them within 1 day.
This olive croutons recipes makes 4 servings.
