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Garlic Bread

The only recipe you'll need for classic homemade Garlic Bread. It's ready in 20 minutes, perfectly crispy, garlicky, and pairs well with any main dish.

Course Appetizer, Baking, Side Dish
Keyword garlic bread, Garlic butter, Parmesan Cheese
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Author Fraîche

Ingredients

  • 1 large French Loaf
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.  

  2. Slice the French loaf in half lengthwise and place cut side up. 

  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, garlic, salt and parsley until well combined. Spread evenly over the bread. 

  4. Place the bread on the prepared baking sheet cut side up, and bake for 10-12 minutes or util golden and crispy. If you want to use the parmesan cheese, sprinkle on top of the bread in the last 1-2 minutes of baking until melted.