Homemade Croutons

After making croutons with this recipe about four years ago, I've not gone back to purchasing them in a box at the store. They are much more flavorful and not hard as a rock.


Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil (We use Bertolli's Extra Light Tasting)
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 loaf/8oz. French bread (or equivalent sliced bread) cut into 3/4 inch cubes.
2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese (optional)

Mixing up the spices is definitely OK for this recipe. Exclude what you don't like, include something not listed if you please.

Method

1. Preheat oven to 350 deg. Fahrenheit.
   
2. In a large bowl, mix olive oil and spices.
3. Add bread cubes, toss to coat.
4. Spread cubes on a pan, bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Remove and let cool, store in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks.