garlic bread

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Italian bread
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice the Italian bread into 1-inch thick slices.
3. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the bread slices.
5. Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the butter is melted and bubbly.
7. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

• For a stronger garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves in the oven for 20-30 minutes before mincing.
• Use a serrated knife for slicing the bread to prevent it from crumbling.
• Store leftover garlic bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• For extra crispy garlic bread, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.