Garlic Bread Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bread Base
Garlic Butter Mixture
Method
Preparing Garlic Butter
- 1
Soften the Butter
Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until it is soft and spreadable.
- 2
Mince the Garlic
While the butter is softening, peel and mince the garlic cloves using a knife or a garlic press.
- 3
Chop the Parsley
Rinse the fresh parsley under cold water, pat dry, and chop finely.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Preparing the Bread
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Slice the Bread
Take the French bread loaf and cut it in half lengthwise to create two equal halves.
- 7
Baking the Garlic Bread
- 8
Bake the Bread
Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the butter is melted.
- 9
Optional Broil
For a crispier top, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes of baking. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.
Serving
- 10
Slice and Serve
Once baked, remove the garlic bread from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice into pieces and serve warm.