Recipes for Bread White Sliced Opened

Safe ways to use bread white sliced opened past its expiration date

Croutons

Croutons

Repurpose expired bread slices into crispy croutons for salads or soups.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired white bread, sliced and cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  5. Allow the croutons to cool completely before using or storing in an airtight container.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
French Toast

French Toast

Turn expired bread slices into a delicious breakfast with this classic French Toast recipe.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 4 slices expired white bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Butter or cooking spray for greasing the pan
  • Maple syrup and fresh berries for serving

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
  2. Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, allowing them to soak for about 30 seconds on each side.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease it with butter or cooking spray.
  4. Place the soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Serve the French toast warm with maple syrup and fresh berries.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Bread White Sliced Opened Strata

Bread White Sliced Opened Strata

Transform slightly expired sliced white bread into a savory breakfast casserole.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
45 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 6 slices of slightly expired white bread
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish.
  3. Cut the slightly expired white bread into small cubes.
  4. Spread half of the bread cubes evenly in the baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the bread cubes.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  7. Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread and cheese in the baking dish.
  8. Repeat the layers with the remaining bread cubes, shredded cheese, and egg mixture.
  9. Press down gently on the bread cubes to ensure they are soaked in the egg mixture.
  10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes.
  12. Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
  13. Allow the strata to cool for a few minutes before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Bread White Sliced Opened Sandwich

Bread White Sliced Opened Sandwich

A delicious sandwich made with slightly expired white sliced bread.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
5 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • Bread White Sliced Opened
  • Cheese
  • Tomato
  • Lettuce
  • Mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
  2. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Layer cheese, tomato, and lettuce on one slice.
  4. Cover with the other bread slice.
  5. Cut the sandwich in half and serve.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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