Never buy pre-packaged bread crumbs again with this simple recipe that transforms everyday bread into flavorful Italian-seasoned bread crumbs perfect for coating, binding, or topping your favorite dishes.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Italian Bread Crumbs, Italian Breadcrumbs, Seasoned Bread Crumbs
½teaspoongarlic powder (optional and not pictured in video)
Instructions
Place 8 slices of bread on a half sheet cookie sheet.
If your house is dry, allow the bread to dry out.
If your house is humid, place the bread into a 200-degree oven until the bread has dried out, and then flip the bread over and allow the bread to dry out on the other side. About 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
Crumble bread into a bowl and add salt.
Rub the Italian seasoning between your hands to release the aromatic oils and then place those into the bowl.
Add onion powder and garlic powder if desired.
Stir to combine bread crumbs and seasonings.
Store in an airtight container.
Video
Recipe Tips
Use any plain white bread, including sandwich bread, hamburger buns, or French bread. For a flavor boost, add grated Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes.