Fresh ways to use up stale bread
Whizz into breadcrumbs using a food processor, bag up and store in the freezer to use as a topping for pasta bakes or gratins.
Mix sugar with cinnamon and toasted breadcrumbs for a topping for ice creams.
For a savoury twist on the classic bread and butter pudding, try our sumptuous Cherry tomato & ham bread & butter bake – it’s a great family dinner made with only eight ingredients (check out the recipe at bbcgoodfood.com).
Make croutons by tearing into bite-sized pieces and tossing with oil, garlic and herbs, then bake until golden.
Dry in a low oven and crush them up into panko-style breadcrumbs for coating fried chicken.