Garlic Bread
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Garlic Bread
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This garlic bread recipe features a crusty loaf slathered with a mixture of softened butter, fresh garlic, parsley, and sea salt, then baked to develop a golden crust with a tender interior. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and optional red pepper flakes add a subtle sharpness and mild heat. The bread is toasted first to get a light crispness, then broiled briefly to brown the edges and melt the cheese topping.
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The Garlic Bread preparation involves slicing a French or Italian bread loaf in half lengthwise and spreading it with a butter mixture made from softened unsalted butter, freshly grated garlic, chopped parsley, and sea salt. Baking at 350°F gently warms the bread and melds the flavors, while broiling at the end crisps and browns the edges to create a lightly crunchy exterior.
Toppings of grated Parmesan cheese, flaky sea salt, additional parsley, and optional red pepper flakes add layers of flavor and texture. This method yields bread that is rich and aromatic with a tender crumb and a crisp edge, making it a versatile side for pastas, soups, or as a snack on its own.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup butter 1 stick, at room temperature, unsalted
- 1 tablespoon parsley plus more for garnish, finely chopped fresh, or chives
- 2 garlic grated, cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1 (15-ounce) loaf French bread or Italian bread or baguette
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- sea salt flaky
- red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange an oven rack in the top third of the oven.
- In a small bowl, stir together the softened butter, parsley, garlic, and salt.
- Use a serrated knife to slice the bread in half lengthwise. Slather the cut sides with the garlic butter. Place the bread, cut side up, on the baking sheet.
- Place on the high oven rack and bake for 8 minutes, then broil for 2 to 5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown around the edges. Sprinkle with the Parmesan, flaky sea salt, parsley, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Slice and serve hot.
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