Preheat oven to 300 F. Cut bread into 1/2-inch cubes. Melt margarine in a shallow baking pan.

Add bread cubes, toss lightly to coat. Sprinkle with paprika and garlic salt (* not included in sodium nutrient content).

Bake 20 minutes or until cubes are dry and browned.

Croutons may be stored in an airtight container for salads and soups. Yield 1 1/2 cups.

2 tb serving - 18 calories, free food .4 gm protein, .8 gm fat, 2.3 gm carbohydrate, 31 mg * sodium, 5.2 mg potassium, .1 gm fiber, 0 cholesterol

tested by Elizabeth Rodier Nov 93