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Freshly baked garlic bread, golden brown and garnished with parsley

Best way to grow your perfect Garlic Bread in 3 steps

Cultivate your own delicious garlic bread at home with this simple 3-step guide, ensuring a fresh and flavorful result every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6-8 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 baguette or Italian bread
Optional Additions
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Small bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Garlic Bread Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and slice the baguette lengthwise, then combine minced garlic, softened butter, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves of the baguette, ensuring full coverage, and optionally sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
  3. Place the garlic bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, then slice and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, you can broil the garlic bread for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. This recipe is also great with a touch of fresh rosemary or thyme in the butter mixture.