Cinnamon Free Classic Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is one of those side dishes that makes every meal feel like a proper occasion, and this version delivers serious flavor with minimal effort. The combination of softened butter, freshly minced garlic, and chopped flat-leaf parsley creates a spread that's fragrant, rich, and deeply savory — exactly what you want slathered across a crusty baguette. A quick pass under the broiler transforms it into something golden, bubbling, and irresistible, with edges that just barely crisp up for that perfect contrast in texture. For anyone avoiding cinnamon, this recipe is a completely natural fit — there's nothing here that would typically sneak it in, so you can dig in without scanning the label twice. The optional Parmesan adds a nutty, salty finish that takes it from great to genuinely hard to stop eating. It pairs beautifully with pasta, soups, or honestly just a glass of wine on its own.
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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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