Croutons, It's On‼️

Ok, this is a fun, monkey proof JESScipe 🙊. Hey, Sarrah! I conceived of this little gem a few years ago while I was prepping for Rosh Hashana. I was serving a choice of soups, and had the notion to make festive, apple shaped croutons. Easy! A loaf of whole wheat bread and apple shaped cookie cutter were pretty much all I needed. This was fun, easy, and a major crowd people. Guests go crazy for the little personal touches. It's so ❤️ warming to know that your hostess went above and beyond to entertain and welcome you. I used the cookie cutter to make little bread apples. I brushed a pan with olive oil, then brushed the tops with oil too. Sprinkled on a drop of kosher salt, some garlic powder, and oregano. Baked in a 400 oven until golden brown and crisp. Let them cool in pan completely so they really crisp up. You can use any shaped cookie cutter for any occasion. Here I used stars. I kept these on hand and use them for soup or  as toast points for various toppings. Lox, tuna, whitefish salad, cream cheese, egg salad , chopped veggies, and guacamole are all delicious. It's a welcome sub for a cracker. Also lovely on top of a salad. The personalization of the shapes makes for a fun, pretty detail. Added bonus: I save the cut out bread slices, put them on a buttered griddle, and cook eggs inside them. Star shaped egg toast for breakfast anyone? 🙋🏼🍞