Elephant Garlic Herbed Croutons

Quick and easy home made croutons to top your soup or salad giving extra flavor and crunch!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 24

Ingredients

• 1⁄8 cup butter
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  elephant garlic clove, chopped
• 2  cups  cubed day-old  sourdough bread (1/2 inch)
• 2  teaspoons  chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, and or parsley)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
•  pepper
• 2  tablespoons  grated cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Melt the butter and oil in an oven-proof skillet and sauté the chopped garlic for 30 seconds.
2. Add bread cubes and herbs tossing to combine.
3. Place on a cookie sheet pan in a single layer. Sprinkle with cheese if using.
4. Bake in a 350°F oven until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes.