The essentials for living your best life.
The essentials for living your best life.
Toasted bread crumbs turn leftover bread into a crispy casserole topping, with a denser texture and more pronounced toasted flavor than panko.
Essential Concepts
Mix 1 cup of coarse, dry crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter; add near the end of baking and finish uncovered.
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