Got a loaf of bread that got squished in the grocery bag? Or maybe you live alone and can’t get through a whole loaf before it goes stale? Don’t throw it out: Try one of these ideas instead!

Breadcrumbs

• Place bread slices into an oven preheated to 250°F until hard and golden brown about 30 minutes
• Crumble slices into a bowl until reduced to fine crumbs

Bread Pudding

• Heat ¼ cup butter and 2 cups milk over medium heat until butter is melted
• In a bowl, mix 2 eggs, ½ cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt
• Stir in 6 slices of cubed bread and ½ cup raisins
• Stir in milk and butter mixture
• Place into a deep pan and bake for 40-45 minutes

Croutons

• Brush slices of bread with melted butter
• Cut bread into small cubes and sprinkle with garlic salt
• Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until browned

Panzanella

• Slice 1 loaf of bread into 1 inch cubes and place in oven heated to 300°F for 20 minutes
• Combine bread and a chopped cucumber, bell pepper, and onion in a bowl
• Add ½ cup of vinaigrette and stir well
• Let marinate for ½ hour to 4 hours

Other ideas: dressing/stuffing, souffle, quiche, soups, meatloaf, pastas, or burgers