Leftover Bread uses and leftover bread recipes

Bread is a very important component of many dishes. From time to time we have to find creative ways to use the leftover bread and it is very difficult to think every time something change for leftover bread. I tried to solve all trouble here, which is why this list is pretty exhaustive. I tried to put all ways to use your leftover bread (From soup to breakfast casseroles), so there is nothing that goes to waste.

French toast

It is not impotent that the bread is fresh or stale because it is going to eggy. To make French toast, add milk, vanilla extract, eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a shallow dish. Dip each bread slice in the batter and shallow fry until golden brown on both sides. You can bake too.

Egg and Toast Cups

Put bread pieces in muffin cups and bake at 375°F for 5 minutes now Crack the egg into a small cup and beat them, gently pour the egg into the muffin cups upon the toasted bread. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and herbs as you like. Bake until the eggs are set, or about 15-20 minutes. Be creative and use any type of toppings, like cheese, olives, onions, diced tomato, and even minced jalapeno. As we know stale toast is barely recognizable when it's all toasty and crunchy

Panzanella

Panzanella is an Italian dish. Our leftover bread will work fine in the dish because Panzanella salad is made of tomatoes and bread soaked in tomato juices, vinegar, and olive oil. You can add a protein like a steak or shrimp to turn this Panzanella into a main dish meal.

Bread Soup

You can make Italian bread soup with leftovers. Make vegetable soup or minestrone, and simply add chunks of bread in it. Make sure the bread slices are toasted before adding in the soup.

Breadcrumbs

It is very easy to make homemade breadcrumbs from leftover bread instead of buying from the market. Put the bread leftover slices in the cookie sheet, Toast until golden brown then flips the bread over and wait until the other side is brown. Now let the slices cool, when you see the slices at room temperature, now the time is to blend the pieces in the blender until you have fine crumbs.

You can store them in an air-tight jar or can freeze them for longer storage. Bread crumbs are a great binder for many dishes like Potato kababs, Meets kebabs and crab cakes.

Croutons

Stale bread is better than soft sandwich bread to make croutons. Let’s make the croutons preheat the cookie sheet at 350°F. Cut the bread into 2 inches cubes and put in a bowl, now toss the cubes with oil, salt and pepper until each cube is coated. Now arrange the cubes in a preheated cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake until golden brown, it will take 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven wait until cool down, when you see it at room temperature, now you can enjoy it in your salad. If you want to add any taste, add spices and herbs before the toast.

Bread Pudding

Bread pudding is a great way to use up leftover bread and impress guests. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut bread into small pieces Drizzle melted butter or margarine over bread. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Beat until well mixed. Pour over bread, and lightly push down with a fork until bread is covered and soaking up the egg mixture. Bake for 45 minutes.

Romesco Sauce

It is a delicious red pepper sauce that can be used for soups, Salad, pizza, grilled meats, eggs, sandwiches, and many other dishes. Toast the bread slices before adding. Romesco is made with basic pantry ingredients and ready in 5 minutes. Put all these ingredients in blender roasted bread, roasted red pepper, roasted almonds, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, sherry vinegar, fine sea salt and start drizzling in the olive oil while running the blender. Blend until you reach your desired consistency.

Crostini

Crostini are an ideal way to use our leftover bread. Slice 1/2-inch rounds, brush with olive oil and toast slightly. You can top with any spreads/sauces.

Pita Chips

Leftover pita is an opportunity to make crispy pita chips. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cut pita bread into triangles or in any shape. Place pieces cookie sheet. In a bowl, add oil, pepper, salt, basil and chervil. Brush each triangle with this mixture. Bake in the preheated oven light browned and crispy.