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Description
Create delicious garlic bread using simple sliced bread. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 8 slices of sliced bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chives (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously onto one side of each slice of bread.
- Place the bread slices on a baking sheet, buttered side up.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the butter is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a crispier garlic bread, you can broil it for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture for a little heat.
- Experiment with different herbs like oregano or thyme.
- If you prefer, you can toast the bread slices lightly before spreading the garlic butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg