Cajun Seasoned Croutons
These cajun style croutons are very easy to make and taste so much better than any store bought variety that I have tried. I learned this recipe years ago, from Chef Emeril Legasse off of the food network.
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Served Person: 2
bake
soup
bread
american
vegan
vegetarian
white meat free
tree nut free
nut free
contains gluten
red meat free
shellfish free
dairy free
pescatarian
- 2 cup 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubed french bread
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cajun
- Carbohydrate 0 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 7 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Protein 0 g
- Saturated Fat 1.00569 g
- Serving Size 1 1 cup (7g)
- Sodium 0 mg
- Sugar 0 g
- Trans Fat 0.31969 g
- Calories 62 calories
I've always been a big fan of croutons, but I've never been a fan of the store-bought variety. They're usually too bland and don't have much flavor. So, I decided to try making my own croutons and I'm so glad I did! These Cajun Seasoned Croutons are so easy to make and they taste so much better than any store bought variety that I have tried.
The secret to these croutons is the Cajun seasoning. It gives them a delicious, spicy flavor that is perfect for salads, soups, and stews. I also love to use them as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. These croutons are also a great way to use up leftover bread. I typically use French bread, but you can use any type of bread that you like.
Step-by-step
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a medium size bowl, mix bread cubes, with olive oil and cajun seasoning. toss well to coat all bread cubes.
- Spread out on a cookie sheet and bake in oven, stirring twice for about 6 -8 minutes, or until light and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.
