There is no need to waste the bread that you remove from the inside of the bagel. You can use it to make a few different things. Bread crumbs - Save to toast and use later for topping casseroles, macaroni and cheese, or coating meat before baking or frying. Stuffing - Use in place of or alongside toasted bread in your favorite stuffing recipe. Croutons - If cut out into squares, you can then toss them with olive oil and Italian seasoning to bake and make homemade croutons. Meatloaf - Mix into meatloaf instead of bread or cracker crumbs to help soak up grease and moisture. Or, you can simply gather the crumbs into a storage bag and freeze them until you are ready to use them. They can be a great addition to many recipes.