Rice Free 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 taste better. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward — a crusty baguette or Italian loaf, softened butter, minced garlic, and a handful of pantry staples that come together in minutes. For anyone navigating a rice-free lifestyle, this recipe is a natural fit since every component is grain-based in the most classic sense, with zero hidden rice flour, rice starch, or rice-derived fillers to worry about. The two-stage bake is the real secret here: a foil tent first to let the butter melt deep into the bread, then an uncovered blast of heat to get those irresistible golden, bubbling edges. A finishing sprinkle of Parmesan adds a salty, nutty depth that takes the whole thing over the top. Slice it crosswise and serve it straight from the cutting board while it's still hot — it 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)
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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