Low Sugar Buttered Breadcrumbs
Golden, nutty, and impossibly crunchy, these buttered breadcrumbs are the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple dish feel restaurant-worthy. Butter gets melted until the foam settles, then the crumbs go in and toast low and slow until they're deep golden and fragrant — that's really all there is to it. Fresh thyme and a pinch of sea salt round everything out, with optional parsley adding a little brightness if you want it. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it says it is, with no hidden sweeteners or sneaky additives to worry about. Scatter them over pasta, roasted vegetables, soups, or salads and watch the whole plate transform. They crisp up even more as they cool, so a little patience at the end goes a long way.
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4 servings
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the foam subsides and the butter is fully liquid, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the breadcrumbs and stir to coat evenly in the butter. Spread into an even layer and cook, stirring every 30–45 seconds, until the crumbs are deep golden and smell nutty, 5–7 minutes. Watch closely, as they can go from golden to burnt quickly.
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