How Do I Turn My Leftover Bread Into Bread Crumbs?

Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong is a writer and public health dietitian focused on food systems, racial equity, and nutrition. Originally from Los Angeles, she has taught English in rural Japan, worked as a private chef in Malibu, and led an innovative city-funded corner store program in New Orleans that increased fresh food access in low-income neighborhoods. She was previously a contributing editor for The Kitchn, and currently lives in Denver with her husband and two kids.
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Q: I bake my own bread, but I don’t like the ends, and it seems like a big waste to lose so much of a homemade loaf to the birds. I’d like to turn the ends into breadcrumbs, but I’m not sure how to proceed. Do I need to let the bread get stale first? Should I toast it? Season it? And how long will they remain usable?

Sent by Kim

Editor: Kim, I like to dry out the bread first, either by letting it get stale or drying it out in the oven. Dry bread makes bread crumbs that will remain usable for several months. Here’s a quick guide on how to make your own dried bread crumbs:

→ How To Make DIY Dried Bread Crumbs

Readers, how do you make bread crumbs? Do you have any seasoning suggestions?

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