Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°.

Step 2

Slice down bread in 1/3 to ½-inch cubes.

Step 3

Do not remove crusts!

Step 4

Place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low to medium heat, add olive oil and garlic and saute a minute.

Step 6

Add Italian seasoning and dry Ranch dressing mix.

Step 7

Stir to combine.

Step 8

Remove from heat.

Step 9

Drizzle Ranch/olive oil sauce over top of bread cubes and stir well so sauce is evenly distributed.

Step 10

Place bread cubes in a single layer on a large cookie sheet.

Step 11

Bake at 375° approximately 20 minutes.

Step 12

Bread cubes will become crunchy and golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from oven and serve on your favorite salad or use for garnish on top of your favorite soup.

Step 14

Croutons can be stored on counter in a zip-lock bag for a few days.

Step 15

Refrigeration is not recommended.

Step 16

Yield: 6 cups croutons.