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This mushroom soup is hearty and delicious, topped with crunchy croutons that offer lots of earthy-savory flavor.—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025 With dramatic magenta radicchio leaves, pucks of crisp apple, and mustardy croutons, this bitter, sweet salad is a welcome new classic.—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025 Sprinkle with the pepper and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the croutons are browned and crisp, about 10 minutes.—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025 Pumpkin seeds can take the place of croutons, which are low in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.—Jillian Kubala, Health, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crouton
Word History
Etymology
French croûton, diminutive of croûte crust, from Middle French crouste, from Old French, from Latin crusta
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