Ruby Tuesday Croutons Copycat - Pumpernickel Croutons Recipe - Rachel Cooks® (2024)

FAQs

What are Ruby Tuesday's croutons made of? ›

Croutons are very easy to make with just two main ingredients and a few basic seasonings. You'll need bread, of course, as well as olive oil (or melted butter), salt, pepper and garlic powder. The oil or butter helps the bread develop crisp, golden edges, and the seasonings bring out the croutons' best.

Our croutons are made with romano cheese, seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs & spices, and baked to a delicious golden brown. Try all of Olive Garden's signature ingredients.

These croutons are prepared using Olive Garden's own recipe, and are the same ones you will find in our restaurants. Our croutons are made with Romano cheese, seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs and spices, and baked to a delicious golden brown.

The selenium, copper, and plant compounds, like lignans, found in pumpernickel all act as antioxidants in the body, which help reduce inflammation and fight off disease-causing free radical molecules. In fact, lignans have been linked to reduced risk for chronic disease like cancer, osteoporosis, and heart disease.

The best is to store them air tight and prevent any moisture from coming in. Moisture is the main enemy of croutons, making them lose their sogginess. If they do become a little soft, heat them again in a pan to crucnh them back up.

Crowding the pan.

Pile the bread cubes on top of each other and they won't have enough space to crisp up and brown. Instead, make sure they're in a even layer.

Croutons provide calories (energy) primarily in the form of carbohydrates. Carbs are your body's preferred energy source. When you eat croutons, you are providing your body with fuel for your daily activities.

Why are my homemade croutons soggy? It could be that you stored your croutons before they were fully cooled. Warm croutons trap moisture, and the croutons can become soggy if they're stored airtight too soon. This can also cause them to go stale too quickly.

The expected shelf-life for homemade croutons is about two weeks. Moisture encourages mold, so make sure your croutons are completely dehydrated during the bake and let cool completely at room temperature before storing them away in an airtight container.

Are croutons healthy for you? ›

Croutons. Croutons aren't the worst offenders when it comes to diet-disasters, but they add calories from processed grains without providing any nutritional benefit. 3 And many times the croutons are fried so they add unnecessary fat to your otherwise healthy meal.

Almonds, walnuts, or pecans add a delightful crunch to salads and are rich in healthy fats and protein. They provide a nutrient-dense alternative to croutons, supporting heart health and satiety.

Ruby Tuesday Pumpernickel Crutons (0.25 cup) contains 0g total carbs, 0g net carbs, 1g fat, 0g protein, and 47 calories.