Lactose Free Classic Garlic Bread
Few things hit the way warm, garlicky bread straight from the oven does — that golden, bubbling surface and the smell of butter and fresh parsley filling the kitchen is genuinely hard to beat. This version keeps things beautifully simple, leaning on real butter, freshly minced garlic, and chopped flat-leaf parsley for a flavor that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. The butter is naturally free of lactose, so anyone avoiding dairy sugars can dig in without the usual second-guessing that comes with restaurant bread baskets or store-bought frozen versions. A quick stint under the broiler is all it takes to get those perfectly browned, crispy edges with a soft, buttery center. The optional Parmesan adds a savory, salty finish if you tolerate aged hard cheeses — which many people with lactose sensitivity find totally fine — but the bread is completely satisfying without it. Slice it up and serve it immediately while it's still hot, because it genuinely doesn't last long on the table.
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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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