Emulsifier Free Classic Garlic Bread
Warm, golden, and fragrant with real garlic, this is the kind of bread that disappears from the table before anything else does. Many store-bought garlic breads and pre-made spreads sneak in emulsifiers to extend shelf life or improve texture, which makes them a no-go if you're keeping your food clean and additive-free. This version keeps things beautifully simple — just real butter, fresh garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper, with an optional dusting of Parmesan for extra depth. Every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, with nothing hidden in the mix. The broiler does the heavy lifting, crisping the cut surface to a bubbling, caramelized finish in just a few minutes while the inside stays soft and pull-apart tender. It's the kind of recipe that proves you don't need anything artificial to get seriously satisfying results. Serve it straight from the cutting board while it's still hot — it won't last long.
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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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