Microwave & Oven Croutons **** 1/2

Categories:
breads, misc., salads

8 tablespoon butter
4 tablespoon finely grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
4 cup white bread, cubed
1/2 square for microwave
dash cayenne pepper
salt to taste

In a medium size bowl, microwave butter on high for about 35 seconds or until melted. Stir in cheese and seasonings until blended. Add bread and toss to coat. Microwave on high for 120 seconds three times, stirring each time. Let stand until crisp and cool. For conventional oven cut bread into 1 inch cubes. Bake at 350 for 20 to 30 minutes on a greased cookie sheet, stirring every ten minutes. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

Yield: 8 servings