Garlic and Oregano Croutons
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons grated romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon pepperÂ
Six 1/3-inch-thick slices of French bread baguette
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Heat olive oil in heavy small skillet over low heat. Add garlic and saute until garlic is just golden, about 2 minutes. Drain immediately. (Reserve oil for another use.) Combine garlic with Romano cheese, oregano and pepper in small bowl. Place bread slices on small baking sheet. Sprinkle garlic mixture evenly over bread. Bake until cheese melts and croutons are golden brown on edges, approximately 10 minutes.
Yields: 6 Servings
