Cut crusts from 5 slices firm white bread or 6 slices French bread. Dice bread into 1/2-inch cubes. In a large frying pan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons bacon drippings with onion powder and poppy seeds. Add bread cubes, stirring well until coated with mixture. Transfer bread cubes to a rimmed baking sheet and spread in a single layer. Bake in a 300? F oven until lightly browned and crisp (25 to 30 minutes). Cool. Makes about two cups. Recipe By : the California Culinary Academy Posted to MM-Recipes Digest V4 #195 by BobbieB1@aol.com on Jul 28, 1997