Nitrate & Nitrite Free Garlic Bread
Crispy on the edges, buttery all the way through, and loaded with real garlic flavor — this is the kind of garlic bread that disappears from the table before anything else does. What makes it such a natural fit for anyone avoiding nitrates and nitrites is how refreshingly straightforward the ingredient list is: real butter, fresh garlic, parsley, and a good loaf of bread, with nothing cured, preserved, or processed sneaking in. Many store-bought garlic breads and seasoning blends can hide additives you'd rather skip, so making it from scratch like this puts you fully in control. The technique is simple but smart — a foil tent keeps the bread moist while the butter soaks in, then a final few minutes uncovered gives you those irresistible golden, bubbling edges. A little Parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes are optional, but both are clean additions that only deepen the flavor. Slice it up and serve it hot, because this one genuinely does not 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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