Description
This Herbed Garlic Bread recipe offers a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish featuring crusty French bread spread with a fragrant mixture of garlic, fresh herbs, and butter, then baked to golden perfection. It’s perfect for accompanying pasta, soups, or enjoying as a savory snack.
Ingredients
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Herbed Garlic Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Bread
- 1 loaf French bread, halved lengthwise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for crisping the bread evenly.
- Prepare Herb Butter: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, fresh parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined to infuse the flavors.
- Spread the Butter Mixture: Evenly spread the herb butter over the cut sides of the French bread halves, making sure every area is coated for maximum flavor.
- Add Parmesan Cheese (Optional): If you like, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the buttered bread to add a savory, cheesy crust.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the bread halves onto a baking sheet with the cut sides facing up, ready for baking.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden and crispy, ensuring the garlic butter melts into the bread.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the oven, slice into serving pieces, and serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in smaller amounts.
- The Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a delicious savory crust.
- For extra crispiness, broil the bread for an additional 1-2 minutes—watch closely to avoid burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on the number of servings needed.
