Turkey Free Garlic Bread
Golden, garlicky, and impossibly fragrant straight from the oven, this is the kind of bread that disappears from the table before anything else does. The spread is built from softened butter, fresh minced garlic, and flat-leaf parsley, which means every bite is rich and herbaceous without relying on any pre-made mixes or packaged seasonings that might sneak in unwanted ingredients. A light tent of foil during the first stretch of baking keeps the interior soft while the final few minutes uncovered coax the edges into a gorgeous, bubbling golden crust. The optional Parmesan adds a nutty, salty finish that takes the whole thing over the top. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce-section stuff — no deli counter required, no mystery proteins hiding in the ingredient list. Slice it crosswise into thick pieces and serve it hot, because that's the only way it should ever be eaten.
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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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