Rach likes to serve these croutons with her San Francisco Cioppino.
Heat broiler.
Cut bread in half horizontally, then cut into 12 to 16 large chunks.
In a small pot, warm EVOO, butter, garlic, lemon and thyme.
Place rack in upper third oven. Char bread at edges under broiler, brush with garlic butter mixture and broil 1 minute more, reserve.