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Ingredients
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Bread
Garlic Butter
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's hot enough for baking the garlic bread.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Assemble
- 3
Slice the Baguette
Take the French baguette and slice it in half lengthwise, creating two long pieces. If desired, you can also slice it into smaller pieces for easier serving.
- 4
Bake
- 5
Bake the Garlic Bread
Place the prepared baguette halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the butter is bubbly.
- 6
Add Optional Toppings
If using, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning on top of the garlic butter before baking for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve
- 7
Cut and Serve
Once baked, remove the garlic bread from the oven and allow it to cool for a minute. Cut into slices if not pre-sliced, and serve warm.
