Nutmeg Free Garlic Bread
Warm, garlicky, and golden at the edges, this classic bread is the kind of side dish that disappears from the table before anything else. The butter gets loaded with fresh minced garlic, flat-leaf parsley, salt, and pepper, then spread generously all the way to the edges of a halved baguette — no corner left behind. A foil tent during the first part of baking keeps the interior soft and steamy, while the final few minutes uncovered give you that irresistible bubbling, golden crust. Optional Parmesan and red pepper flakes let you dial up the richness or the heat depending on your crowd. Many store-bought garlic breads and seasoning blends sneak in warm spices you may not want, so making it from scratch with this short, straightforward ingredient list puts you fully in control. Everything here is simple and easy to verify, which means you can serve it confidently alongside pasta, soup, or really anything that deserves a great piece of bread. Slice it crosswise and get it to the table fast — it 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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