Garlic Bread

Vegetarian
Garlic Bread
30 min.
6
99kcal

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Garlic bread is a timeless classic that elevates any meal, making it the perfect side dish for pasta, salads, or even as a standalone snack. With its irresistible aroma and buttery, garlicky goodness, this vegetarian delight is sure to please everyone at the table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves six, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

The secret to this garlic bread lies in the rich combination of unsalted butter, extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh garlic, all enhanced by the vibrant touch of parsley. Each slice is generously spread with this flavorful mixture, ensuring that every bite is packed with taste. The method is simple yet effective: a few strategic cuts in the bread allow the garlic butter to seep in, creating a mouthwatering experience that’s hard to resist.

What’s more, this recipe offers flexibility; you can prepare the garlic butter ahead of time and chill it, making it a convenient option for busy cooks. And if you’re looking to switch things up, consider substituting fresh basil for a brighter flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this garlic bread is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons parsley fresh finely chopped
  • teaspoons garlic finely chopped
  • 3.5 inch bread crumbs italian
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. 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.
  3. Without cutting completely through bottom, cut bread diagonally into 1-inch-thick slices with a serrated knife, then spread garlic butter between slices.
  4. Wrap loaf in foil and bake in middle of oven 15 minutes. Open foil and bake 5 minutes more.
  5. ·Bread can be spread with garlic butter 8 hours ahead and chilled, wrapped in foil.
  6. 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.

Nutrition Facts

Calories99kcal
Protein1.2%
Fat94.06%
Carbs4.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.33
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.973043449547%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.87mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:98.68kcal
4.93%
Fat:10.54g
16.22%
Saturated Fat:5.47g
34.17%
Carbohydrates:1.19g
0.4%
Net Carbohydrates:1.08g
0.39%
Sugar:0.48g
0.54%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:7.5mg
0.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.3g
0.61%
Vitamin K:23.95µg
22.81%
Vitamin A:348.77IU
6.98%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.77%
Vitamin C:2.09mg
2.53%
Source:Epicurious