Bread Crumbs

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Place bread in a blender and pulse to crumb size.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, toss crumb with olive oil to coat.
4. 4
   Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Line a baking sheet with parchment and spread the seasoned bread crumbs in an even layer over the sheet.
6. 6
   Bake for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir crumb and spread out again.
8. 8
   Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Continue at 5 minute intervals until your bread crumbs reach a desired degree of crispness.
10. 10
    While the bread crumbs are still hot, spread them out on paper towels to drain.
11. 11
    These will store for a long time.
12. 12
    Use them to top pastas or gratin dishes for added texture.