Low Sugar Garlic Bread
Crispy on the outside, buttery and tender within, this classic garlic bread is the kind of side dish that disappears from the table before anything else. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and completely straightforward — real butter, fresh garlic, parsley, and a little Parmesan if you're feeling it. What makes this a smart pick for anyone avoiding added sugar is how clean it actually is: no hidden sweeteners lurking in a store-bought spread, no sugary preservatives tucked into a pre-seasoned mix. Plenty of packaged garlic breads and flavored butters sneak in sugar or corn syrup, so making it from scratch puts you fully in control. The two-stage bake — foil on, then foil off — is the real trick here, giving you a soft, steamy interior and those irresistible golden, bubbling edges without any guesswork. Serve it straight from the cutting board while it's still hot and you'll understand why this recipe never needs improving.
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6 servings
- 1 large baguette or italian loaf (about 16 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
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp finely grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, stirring until evenly mixed.
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