Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the bread into 1/4 inch chunks.

Step 3

Spread the bread chunks across a large baking tray and drizzle butter or oil oil over the top. Toss the bread to coat and then season with herbs, salt and garlic powder if using.

Step 4

Make sure not to crowd the bread and the bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden. About half way through cooking take the croutons out of the oven to gently mix and flip over to get an even cook.

Step 5

When done cooking remove from the oven let cool slightly. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks and enjoy.

Step 6

Cut the bread into 1/4 inch chunks.

Step 7

Heat the butter or olive oil in a large skillet or pan on a medium heat. Add the bread pieces to the pan along with your chosen seasonings (herbs, salt and/or garlic powder) and stir to coat everything in fat and spice.

Step 8

Spread the croutons out on the skillet in a single layer making sure not to crowd the bread pieces. Let the croutons brown on their side without stirring or flipping. Once they start to brown flip them over with a spatula and let them continue browning on all sides.

Step 9

Once toasted and crispy on all sides remove the croutons from the heat and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.