Toasted Bread Crumbs - extra-virgin olive oil

Method

• In a medium-size skillet, heat the oil and butter together until the butter melts.
• Stir to blend the mixture well over medium heat.
• Add the bread crumbs and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the crumbs absorb all of the oil-and-butter mixture and are golden brown.
• Season with the salt and remove the crumbs to a bowl to cool.
• When cool, transfer the crumbs to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
• They will keep for several weeks.