How to Make Dried Breadcrumbs

bowl, blender, sterilized jar or airtight tin and baking tray

white bread OR wholemeal bread

180°C, Fan 160°C, 350°F, Gas 4

1. Pre-heat the oven,
2. Slice off the bread crusts, save large pieces for toasting and dispose of the rest.
3. Cut the bread into slices and then into chunks.
4. Using your fingers break the chunks into crumbs or put the bread into a blender and pulse until an even crumb size is reached.
5. Spread the fresh breadcrumbs out on a baking tray.
6. Bake until golden, about 8-10 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and leave to cool on the tray.
8. Store dried breadcrumbs in a sterilized jar or airtight tin for up to a month.