Garlic Bread Recipe
Make Garlic Bread Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bread Base
Garlic Butter Mixture
Method
Preparing the Garlic Butter
- 1
Soften the Butter
In a medium bowl, allow the unsalted butter to sit at room temperature until softened, about 30 minutes.
- 2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely. You can also use a garlic press for a finer texture.
- 3
Chop the Parsley
Wash and finely chop the fresh parsley leaves.
- 4
Preparing the Bread
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Slice the Baguette
Cut the French baguette in half lengthwise to create two long pieces.
- 7
Baking the Bread
- 8
Bake the Garlic Bread
Place the prepared baguette halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- 9
Optional Broil
For extra crispiness, switch the oven to broil and broil the garlic bread for an additional 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Serving
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove the garlic bread from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice into pieces and serve warm.