Easy Bread Bowls

Directions

1. 1
   Thaw the bread, but don't let it start to rise.
2. 2
   Lightly grease the outside of six 10-ounce custard cups with shortening (do NOT use cooking spray); place cups upside down on cookie sheet.
3. 3
   Divide dough into 6 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball; pat into rounds.
4. 4
   Place rounds over the custard cups and brush dough with oil.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with basil and garlic salt.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise in warm place for about 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Bake in a 350 degree oven for 16-20 minutes or till golden brown.
8. 8
   Cool 5 minutes and remove from cups and place on a rack (inside of the bowl may be slightly moist).
9. 9
   To serve, place warm or cool bowls in shallow soup or pasta bowls and spoon your soup (or whatever you made) into them.