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Breadcrumbs (Homemade)

Freeze leftovers for future use.
Store bought breadcrumbs are filled with so many additives, better to make your own.

Ingredients

Seasoned Breadcrumbs

  • 4 slices Italian bread, cubed
  • 1 t. garlic powder
  • 1 t. dried parsley flakes
  • 1/2 t. dried oregano
  • 1/2 t. dried basil
  • 1/4 t. dried thyme
  • 1/4 t. dried rosemary, crushed

Italian-style Breadcrumbs

  • 4 slices of bread, cubed
  • 1/4 c. grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbls. dried parsley
  • 2 t. Italian seasoning
  • 1 t. garlic powder
  • 1 t. onion powder
  • 1 t. salt
  • 1/2 t. ground black pepper

Garlic Herb Breadcrumbs

  • 4 slices of bread, cubed
  • 2 t. dried minced garlic
  • 2 Tbls. dried parsley
  • 2 t. Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 t. salt
  • 1/2 t. ground black pepper

Cajun-style Breadcrumbs

  • 4 slices of bread, cubed
  • 1 t. paprika
  • 1/4 t. ground black pepper
  • 1 t. onion powder
  • 1 t. garlic powder
  • 1/4 t. cayenne pepper
  • 1 t. dried oregano
  • 2 Tbls. dried parsley
  • 1/4 t. red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 t. salt

Instructions

SEASONED, ITALIAN-STYLE, GARLIC HERB or CAJUN-STYLE BREADCRUMBS:

Place torn pieces of bread in a blender or food processor; cover and process until fine crumbs form.

Transfer to a 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 10-18 minutes or until lightly browned (stir occasionally).

After baking, transfer crumbs to a large bowl; add seasoning choice ingredients of your choice to warm crumbs and toss to coat evenly. Then transfer to the baking sheet you used to bake the crumbs; let cool.

Store in an airtight container.

NOTE: Makes 1 cup or a little more.