Garlic Herb Cheese Croutons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning (mixture of oregano, rosemary, parsley, basil, thyme, and or marjaram)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes
4 cups cubed French bread (1/2-inch cubes)
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat oil and butter in pan add garlic to cook for 2 minutes.
Add herbs, salt, pepper and pepper flakes.
Remove from heat and toss in bread cubes to coat. Sprinkle on cheese. Toss to coat.
Coat a cookie sheet pan with cooking spray.
Spread cubes on pan in a single layer.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 10 minutes or until golden.
Check frequently to prevent burning. Cool.