Italian Bread Crumbs
Elevate your culinary creations with homemade Italian Bread Crumbs—a versatile and flavorful pantry staple that takes just minutes to prepare! Crafted from day-old bread and a medley of classic Italian seasonings, including parsley, basil, oregano, and garlic powder, these bread crumbs are a game-changer for your dishes. A hint of Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth, while the homemade touch ensures a fresher, more vibrant flavor than store-bought options. Perfectly customizable to suit your texture preferences, these golden breadcrumbs are ideal for coating meats, topping casseroles, or adding a subtle Italian flair to your favorite recipes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll have a batch of perfectly seasoned, aromatic breadcrumbs ready to enhance any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread (white, Italian, or French)
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Slice the day-old bread into small cubes and spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake the bread cubes in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until they are dry and lightly golden. Stir halfway through for even drying.
Let the bread cubes cool completely, then transfer them to a food processor.
Pulse the bread cubes in the food processor until they reach your desired crumb consistency (fine or coarse, as preferred).
In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with dried parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
Store the Italian bread crumbs in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Use these seasoned bread crumbs to coat meats, sprinkle over casseroles, or add to your favorite recipes for a boost of Italian flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6019 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 475.6 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.6 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 91.6 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1610 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 47.5 mg | 264% | |
| Potassium | 1262 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
