Honey Free Classic Garlic Bread
Garlic bread might be the most universally beloved side dish on the planet, and this version is exactly what it should be — crispy at the edges, buttery all the way through, and fragrant with real minced garlic and fresh parsley. The broiler does the heavy lifting here, turning a simple baguette into something golden and bubbling in just a few minutes. Because the recipe relies entirely on butter, garlic, herbs, and a little seasoning, there's nothing to second-guess — no sweeteners, no hidden additives, just clean, straightforward ingredients. A dusting of Parmesan before it goes under the broiler is optional but genuinely worth it for that extra savory, slightly nutty finish. The key is watching it closely under the broiler; those last sixty seconds are the difference between perfectly caramelized and overdone. Slice it up and serve it immediately while the butter is still sizzling — this is one dish that absolutely does not wait.
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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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