Fresh Bread Crumbs

1 cup

Preheat oven to 350°.

Would you like to make your own bread crumbs to ensure freshness. Cut 3 large slices of bread (I prefer whole wheat) into 1-inch cubes and arrange in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in a 350° oven for 6 to 10 minutes or until cubes are thoroughly dry and tops turn a medium brown. Toss into your food processor and grind into a coarse powder. May be stored in refrigerator in a tightly sealed container for several days.

Soft Bread Crumbs: To retain the light texture; take 2 to 4 day old bread and pull it apart with a fork using a gingerly motion. Do not crush bread with the hand that is holding it. To measure it, pile lightly into a cup; do not pack them down. OR preheat oven to 250° then turn it off; put several slices bread in oven and heat several minutes; turn over; heat several minutes; use food processor to make crumbs.

Bon appetit!