Are you tired of spending money on store-bought bread crumbs that often come in plastic packaging and may contain added preservatives and inflammatory oils? Why not try making your homemade bread crumbs instead? Not only is it a more cost-effective option, but it also allows you to have control over the ingredients used.
Homemade bread crumbs are made from day-old bread that is finely ground into small crumbs. These crumbs can be used as a versatile ingredient in many different dishes, such as breading for fried foods, as a topping for casseroles, or as a crunchy coating for meats. They are a cost-effective alternative to store-bought bread crumbs and can add a delicious and crunchy texture to any recipe. Making bread crumbs at home also allows for customization, as you can choose the type of bread and seasonings used to best suit your taste preferences. They are easy to make and a great way to use up stale bread, making them a sustainable option for any cook.
Homemade Bread Crumbs
Ingredients
- 4 cups Bread stale or fresh cut into cubes
Optional Flavorings
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Ranch seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Lemon pepper seasoning
- ! Tbsp Parmesan cheese
- Really any seasoning you like
Instructions
- Cut bread into cubes or tear it into small pieces.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking dish, this helps with clean up.
- Place into a 300° oven for 5 minutes for stale bread or 10 minutes for fresh.
- You need your bread to be dry enough to grind in the food processor.
- Place the dried bread cubes into your food processor and grind until your desires size you need.
- No is the time to add the seasoning if you wish to, and give just a few short grinds.
- Place the bread crumbs back on the baking sheet and bake into the oven.
- Stir and check them every 5 minutes until all the moisture is extracted. This could take 10 to 15 minutes.
- How to store fresh bread crumbs: If you aren’t using them right away, store fresh bread crumbs in an airtight container or bag in the refrigerator for about a week, or the freezer.
- Store cooled dry bread crumbs in the pantry in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks (be sure they are truly dried out and completely cooled for them to last!),