TIP:Â One-day old bread is best used to make stars. Leftover bread can be processed into breadcrumbs. Freeze in snap lock bags for up to two months.
Ingredients
Method
To make star croutons, cut bread into eight x 1½ cm thick slices. Using a metal 5cm star-shaped cutter, cut out three stars from each slice. Place on a large oven tray lined with baking paper. Spray both sides of stars with garlic cooking oil.
Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 12 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove and cool.
Meanwhile, place eggs in a small saucepan. Cover with cold water. Bring to boil. Gently boil for 4 minutes for semi-soft boiled eggs. Transfer to a bowl of cold water to cool slightly. Peel off shells. Roughly chop.
Heat an oiled, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until crisp. Remove. Drain on absorbent kitchen paper.
To serve, place lettuce, half the croutons, bacon, eggs and parmesan in a large bowl with 1 cup of the dressing. Toss to combine. Transfer to a large shallow serving bowl. Top with remaining croutons, bacon and parmesan. Serve with remaining dressing.
