Buttery Croutons

5-6 slices white sandwich bread (not sourdough)

3 Tbsp butter

salt

Stack up bread slices. Using a serrated knife, cut off crusts and discard. Cut the rest of the bread into 1/4" cubes. Melt butter and quickly add bread cubes to butter- stir so all bits get buttery. Toast over medium heat until golden brown, stirring often. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt.

Optional: red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, garlic salt, garlic powder, etc. You can also replace the butter with olive oil.