Citrus Free Classic Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is one of those universally beloved sides that somehow makes every meal feel more complete, and this version is as satisfying as it gets. The combination of softened butter, fresh garlic, and flat-leaf parsley creates a rich, fragrant spread that soaks into the baguette and crisps up beautifully under the broiler. For anyone avoiding citrus, this recipe is a natural fit — there's no lemon juice, no zest, and no citrus-derived seasoning hiding anywhere in the ingredient list. What you get instead is pure, unapologetic garlic flavor with a golden, bubbling surface and edges that just start to brown in the best possible way. The optional Parmesan adds a salty, nutty depth that takes it from great to genuinely hard to stop eating. It comes together in one bowl with no complicated technique, just good ingredients and a hot broiler doing the work. 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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