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Toasted Fresh Bread Crumbs





Total Time
30 mins

Crunchy toasted bread crumbs are a traditional substitute for cheese on pasta.

 1 4-in. length (4 oz.) of an Italian-style bread with crust, such as Pugliese
 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Step 1
1

Preheat oven to 300°. Cut bread into cubes and scatter on a baking sheet in 1 layer. Bake 15 minutes, or until cubes feel dry on the outside but still moist inside.

Step 2
2

When bread cubes are cool, put in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Set aside 3/4 cup firmly packed bread crumbs; save remaining for future use.

Step 3
3

Heat oil in a 10-in. frying pan over medium heat just until warm (not hot). Add reserved bread crumbs and stir to coat with oil. Cook, stirring constantly, until bread crumbs are evenly golden brown and crunchy, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per 2 tablespoons.

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91Calories from Fat 53
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%

Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 110mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 9.5g4%

Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.