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The buzz is all about the food, too, with diners raving over the creamy spinach artichoke dip, perfectly crispy French fries, and a Caesar salad that takes things up a notch with cream cheese croutons.—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 To kick up the speed and cut down on steps, bake the croutons and bacon together on the same baking sheet.—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024 Then, sprinkle with Parmesan and croutons and bake for another two to four minutes.—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 9 Oct. 2024 Meanwhile, at Duckie’s Chowder House, order the Nolan-style chowder topped with bacon and croutons plus a side of onion rings.—Leilani Marie Labong, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2024 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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