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Rustic Croutons

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/rustic_croutons.html

From EatingWell:  September/October 2009

Good-quality artisan bread makes the best croutons. If you have a loaf of bread getting stale, make up a batch for tonight’s salad.

About 2 cups | Active Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 slices whole-wheat country bread (5-6 ounces), crusts removed
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Tear bread into 1/2- to 1-inch irregular pieces. Place on a large baking sheet and toss with oil. Season with pepper. Bake until golden brown and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition

Per 1/2-cup serving : 98 Calories; 4 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 3 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 11 g Carbohydrates; 4 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 127 mg Sodium; 67 mg Potassium

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days.