Garlic Bread
USA
Cook 20 minutes ∙ Makes 4 to 6 servings ∙ Difficulty Easy ∙ Source Gourmet, June 2002
USA
Cook 20 minutes ∙ Makes 4 to 6 servings ∙ Difficulty Easy ∙ Source Gourmet, June 2002
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Mince and mash garlic to a paste with a rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt using a heavy knife. Stir together butter, oil, and garlic paste in a bowl until smooth, then stir in parsley.
Without cutting completely through bottom, cut bread diagonally into 1-inch-thick slices with a serrated knife, then spread garlic butter between slices.
Wrap loaf in foil and bake in middle of oven 15 minutes. Open foil and bake 5 minutes more.
Cook's notes:
° Bread can be spread with garlic butter 8 hours ahead and chilled, wrapped in foil. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking.
° For a brighter flavor, you can substitute 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil for 1 tablespoon of parsley.