Recent Examples on the WebLadle into bowls, top with croutons made from day old bread, and add carrot top chimi!—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 14 Sep. 2024 Although this stew is fantastic, the star of the dish is the hamburger bun croutons that add crunch and a pretty finish (and ensures that every part of the hamburger is incorporated into the meal).—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2024 Dietary options: Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian Meal examples: Italian butter bean stew with croutons and Parmesan kale; creamy peanut noodles with gingered green beans and lime; green veggie burgers with tzatziki and garlic fries.—Kristi Kellogg, SELF, 12 Aug. 2024 Crunchy cornbread croutons, salty bacon, blue cheese, black-eyed peas, and deviled eggs are packed into the salad.—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crouton
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Word History
Etymology
French croûton, diminutive of croûte crust, from Middle French crouste, from Old French, from Latin crusta
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