Or you’re free to make a heartyThanksgiving stuffingwith pumpernickel bread.

Whatever you choose, your bread crumbs will add extra flair to your favorite recipes.

The drying step helps the bread absorb the maximum flavor and liquid from your recipe without getting soggy.

Cutting up bread cubes

Credit: Jay Wilde

Here’s how to complete the toasted bread cubes.

Test Kitchen Tip:This is the starting point ofhomemade bread crumbs, too.

Process cubes into crumbs to complete that process.

holding baking sheet of dried bread cubes

Credit: Jay Wilde

No time to make bread crumbs?

Freeze a loaf in an airtight container.

When youre ready, thaw the loaf and make the bread crumbs.

Pretty simple, right?

Just be sure to let them cool completely before storing them at room temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions

That depends on what you’re making and your personal preference.

White sandwich bread or cornbread is often used in stuffing.

you’re free to also try crusty sourdough, a baguette, or a country loaf.

You know the conventional wisdomthat the breads crust is the healthiest part.

But if youre leaving the crust on for nutritional reasons, you might want to think again.

A sharp, stainless steel blade will help you cut through crusts.

Breads crust not more nutritious than the rest.