Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is one of those side dishes that feels almost too simple to be this satisfying, yet here we are, hovering over the cutting board before it even makes it to the table. What makes this version especially appealing is how clean and straightforward every ingredient is — real butter, fresh garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper, with optional Parmesan if you want a little extra savory depth. Many store-bought garlic breads and seasoning blends sneak in preservatives that people following a nitrate- and nitrite-free lifestyle have to watch out for, but this recipe sidesteps all of that by keeping things completely from scratch. The garlic butter comes together in minutes, and the broiler does the heavy lifting, turning the cut surface golden and bubbling in just a few minutes. Fresh flat-leaf parsley adds a bright, herby note that dried seasonings simply can't match. Slice it up and serve it immediately while the edges are still crisp and the center is warm and buttery — it disappears fast.
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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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