Barley Free Classic Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is one of those universally beloved sides that somehow makes every meal feel more complete, and this version delivers that perfect golden, buttery crunch every single time. For anyone avoiding barley, packaged garlic breads and seasoning blends can be a minefield — hidden grain derivatives have a way of sneaking into pre-made spreads and flavored butters. Here, everything is made from scratch with a short, clean ingredient list, so you know exactly what's going into it. Softened butter gets loaded up with fresh minced garlic, chopped flat-leaf parsley, salt, and pepper before being spread generously across a halved baguette. A few minutes under a high broiler transforms it into something truly irresistible — bubbling, golden, and just barely crisped at the edges. A scatter of Parmesan before it hits the heat is optional but absolutely worth it for that extra savory depth. Slice it up and serve it straight from the cutting board while it's still warm and crackling.
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6 servings
- 1 large baguette (about 12 oz), halved lengthwise
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler element and preheat the broiler to high.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper, and stir until evenly mixed.
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