Candida Diet Friendly Garlic Bread
Warm, buttery, and fragrant with real garlic and fresh parsley, this is the kind of garlic bread that makes everything else on the table feel more exciting. The spread comes together with just softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper — simple, whole ingredients with no hidden sugars, yeast extracts, or processed additives that can make this comfort-food classic tricky on a candida-conscious eating plan. A brief covered bake followed by a few uncovered minutes gives you edges that turn beautifully golden while the butter bubbles across every inch of the cut surface. The optional Parmesan adds a savory, slightly nutty depth without pushing the recipe into territory that conflicts with the approach. Because you're working with a short, clean ingredient list and controlling exactly what goes into the butter mixture, there's no guesswork about what's actually in your food. Slice it crosswise and serve it straight from the cutting board while it's still hot — this one disappears fast.
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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)
Can be omittedgrated parmesan cheese
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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