Caesar Croutons

• lemon zest↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• garlic powder↗1 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• oregano↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• parmesan cheese↗3 tablespoons
• parsley↗1 teaspoon
• season salt1 teaspoon
• olive oil↗1⁄2 cup
• fresh lemon juice↗1⁄4 cup
• white bread↗2 loaves

  crusts removed, cut into 1/4‑1/2 inch cubes

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Add lemon zest, garlic powder, pepper,oreagno, parmesan cheese, parsley season salt, olive oil, fresh lemon juice mix with stick blender or whisk together well.

2. 2

   In large bowl mix bread cubes with caeser dressing and mix well.

3. 3

   Bake on two large cookie sheets 350 for about 15-20 minutes or until toasted. Stirring every 5 minutes. Ovens may vary a bit so watch closely.

4. 4

   Cool compelety and store in air tight container.

5. 5

   I buy day old bread and put in freezer then when Im ready to make crutons I take the bread out for about an hour then cube it, makes it a little easier, but make sure they are to room temp and soft before adding the ceasar mix.

6. 6

   Save the crusts and toast in oven and make bread crumbs.

7. 7

   When Im making caesar salad I use this recipe and add 2-3 anchovy fillets. A nice change from creamy dressings.