Kitchen Hint of the Day!

There are many uses for stale bread other than feeding the ducks at the pond! Spread with butter, minced garlic, and whatever dried herbs you have, then toast in the toaster oven and cube to make croutons. You can also cut the bread into smaller pieces, then chop in a blender or food processor to make bread crumbs (you may have to cut the bottom crust off first). If you find that your bread often goes stale before you use it, slice it and store in the freezer. Separate out slices ans let sit for about 5 minutes at room temperature to defrost, or stick directly in the toaster. Frozen bread is also great to use for grilled cheese sandwiches - it's much easier to butter and it will defrost as it cooks in the pan.