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Homemade Breadcrumbs

5 from 2 votes
Homemade Breadcrumbs
Make homemade breadcrumbs with day-old bread for better flavor and texture over store-bought varieties. 
Author: Lindsey Jenkins
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • Day-old bread however much you have

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 300°F.
  • While your oven is coming to temperature, put your bread in a food processor or blender and pulse until you have crumbs.
  • Spread the breadcrumbs into an even layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Bake for about 10-15 minutes. Once cooled, stir in dried herbs or spices if using.

Notes

  • You'll reach the best consistency with a food processor, but even if you don't own one, you can still make homemade breadcrumbs.
    • Here's what to do instead: use a spice grinder, heavy rolling pin, or a kitchen mallet.
    • Regardless of what method you choose, you'll achieve the best results by adding the bread in small amounts until you've used it all up.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month.