The Middle Ages brought with it the slice of bread soaked in wine, milk, or soup. According to the modern crouton was invented by William Forrester in 1511. Forrester was a British doctor, writer and recluse.

Who made the first crouton?

Although the word is derived from the French croûte, meaning crust, the origins of croutons are unknown, but many people believe that they were invented in France. These small pieces of bread are often added to salads for more flavor and texture, but they can also be used as accompaniments to soups and stews.

Where did croutons originate from?

The versatile crouton first showed up in France and it referred to bread crusts that were cut into small pieces and were served with drinks. Some people think croutons were inspired by French biscotti and other ancient baked goods.