Toasts

Croutons are not just fried bread, it is also an independent national dish in such states as France, Germany, Italy and others. For domestic housemates, croutons are a well-known dish that often decorates the festive table. For example, everyone's favorite sprat sandwiches, which are considered an indispensable attribute of the New Year's feast, are made on the basis of croutons. Moreover, without properly prepared croutons, the taste, as well as the aroma of the final dish, will be hopelessly spoiled.

It is noteworthy that a different type of bread can be used to make croutons. It is also worth noting that stale bread can be used for croutons. The interesting thing is that in some countries croutons are made only from a little dried bread. It is believed that such stale bread will result in excellent croutons. Two main varieties of croutons can be distinguished. There are sweet and salty croutons. Both products are actively used in cooking and not only as the basis for sandwiches or other snacks.

Salted croutons or cool are made from different varieties of bread and are used as a light snack, as well as a component ingredient of vegetable salads, soups or broths. For example, the famous French onion soup or Caesar salad simply cannot do without salty croutons or cool, which give the dish a complete taste and a delicious aroma. Often, croutons are served as an independent dish. In Germany, croutons are made, which are subsequently rubbed with garlic and served to beer.

Sweet croutons are often called French toast. This dish differs not only in the method of manufacture, but also in the initial composition of the ingredients. Sweet croutons are made exclusively from wheat bread. Moreover, the better the quality of the flour was used to bake bread, the tastier the croutons will end up. Usually, the pieces of wheat bread are pre-soaked in milk, then greased with egg and baked. On top, croutons are sprinkled with sugar or powdered sugar.

Such a dish is served as a dessert with jams, jam or confitur. The calorie content of croutons depends, first of all, on the type of final products. For example, the caloric value of croutons with sugar, which were made in sunflower oil, will be simply sky-high. However, it is possible to prepare croutons from rye or whole grain bread, without adding a sweet component. As a result, you will receive not only a tasty, but also a healthy food product that will not be able to harm your health or figure.