High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Garlic Bread
Few things hit the table with as much crowd-pleasing power as a perfectly golden, garlicky slice of bread straight from the broiler. The trouble with store-bought versions — frozen loaves, packaged spreads, pre-made garlic butter — is that they're often loaded with sweeteners and syrups you never asked for. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple: real butter, fresh garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper, with an optional dusting of Parmesan for a little savory depth. Every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, which means you get pure, honest flavor without any hidden additives sneaking in. The broiler does the heavy lifting here, turning the buttered surface into something bubbly and caramelized in just a few minutes, with edges that go just barely crisp. It's the kind of side dish that disappears before the main course even hits the table, and you'll feel good knowing exactly what went into every bite.
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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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