Pulse in 5–10 second bursts until you reach the desired consistency.

: If you don't have a food processor, you can use these alternatives:

: Place dry bread pieces in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer until they break down.

Making bread crumbs at home is a simple process that can be done with either fresh or stale bread using several methods, ranging from high-speed appliances to manual hand tools. Core Methods

: Grate stale or toasted bread against the coarse holes for uniform, medium-fine crumbs.

Place them in the processor, filling it no more than halfway to ensure an even grind.

: This is the fastest way to achieve uniform crumbs. Tear bread into 1–2 inch pieces.