Garlic and Cheese Croutons, Scotch Style

1 serving

35 minutes

Garlic and cheese croutons Scottish style are a simple yet incredibly aromatic dish that conveys the spirit of cozy Scottish cuisine. The history of this recipe dates back centuries when garlic and cheese bread served as a hearty snack for travelers and hunters in Scotland's harsh climate. Crispy black bread infused with the spicy aroma of garlic and topped with melted cheese creates a perfect combination of texture and flavor. The sharpness of the garlic is complemented by the creaminess of the cheese, while frying in vegetable oil gives it an appetizing golden crust. These croutons can be served as a standalone snack or as an addition to soups and salads. Their rich flavor makes them an excellent choice for cozy evenings accompanied by traditional Scottish drinks.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 849.2
• Proteins: 48.7g
• Fats: 46.2g
• Carbohydrates: 63.7g

Ingredients

• Black bread: 5 pc
• Garlic: 1 head
• Cheese: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Vegetable oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel the garlic and rub it on pieces of bread after crushing it in a 'garlic press'.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head
   • Black bread: 5 piece

2. Salt the bread.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

3. Cut the bread into strips (3-6 cm long, 1-2 cm wide) or in free-form pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Black bread: 5 piece

4. Grate the cheese on a medium grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheese: 1 piece

5. Fry bread in vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil:  to taste
   • Black bread: 5 piece

6. You can add uncrushed garlic cloves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head

7. Generously sprinkle with cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheese: 1 piece