Chestnut Free Garlic Bread
Golden, garlicky, and impossible to resist, this classic bread is the kind of side dish that disappears from the table before anything else. Real butter gets blended with fresh minced garlic, chopped flat-leaf parsley, salt, and pepper, then spread generously across a halved baguette all the way to the edges — no sad, dry corners here. A foil tent in the oven keeps the interior soft and steamy before the final few minutes of open baking turn the edges beautifully golden and the butter visibly bubbling. Optional Parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes take it from simple to seriously crave-worthy. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts, including chestnuts, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additions sneaking in. It's straightforward, crowd-pleasing comfort food made entirely from pantry staples you likely already have on hand. Slice it up and serve immediately — it won't last long.
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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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