Gut Friendly Garlic Bread

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

(20)

Few things hit the way warm, garlicky bread straight from the oven does, and this version delivers that golden, buttery payoff without any of the processed additives or mystery ingredients found in store-bought frozen loaves. Real butter, fresh garlic, and flat-leaf parsley are the backbone here — simple, whole ingredients that your gut tends to handle far better than the preservatives and emulsifiers packed into convenience versions. The garlic is minced fresh rather than pulled from a jar, which keeps the flavor bright and means you're skipping the citric acid and stabilizers that often sneak into pre-minced alternatives. A foil tent during the first stretch of baking lets the bread steam gently and heat all the way through before the edges crisp up, so you get that satisfying crunch without anything scorched or harsh. Optional Parmesan and red pepper flakes let you dial the richness and heat to your own tolerance, which matters when you're paying attention to what works for your body. Slice it up and serve it immediately — this one is best eaten hot, right off the cutting board.

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Ingredients

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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