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Ultimate Roasted Garlic Bread

Ultimate Roasted Garlic Bread

Prepare to transform your ordinary bread into an extraordinary culinary masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Ultimate Roasted Garlic Bread isn't just a side dish—it's a sensational flavor explosion that will elevate any meal from mundane to magnificent. With golden, crispy edges, rich roasted garlic, and a buttery parsley-infused spread, this recipe promises to be your new go-to comfort food that will have everyone begging for seconds.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 1 loaf

Ingredients

  1. 1 loaf of French bread
  2. 1 head of garlic
  3. 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  4. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  5. Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the entire head of garlic horizontally, exposing the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap loosely in aluminum foil to create a sealed packet.
  3. Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the cloves become soft, golden, and caramelized. Remove and let cool for 10 minutes.
  4. While garlic roasts, soften the butter at room temperature in a mixing bowl.
  5. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves directly into the softened butter. Mash and mix thoroughly to create a smooth, fragrant garlic butter.
  6. Add finely chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of salt to the garlic butter. Mix until well combined.
  7. Slice the French bread lengthwise, creating two equal halves.
  8. Spread the roasted garlic butter generously across both bread halves, ensuring even coverage.
  9. Place the bread halves on the prepared baking sheet, butter side up.
  10. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges become golden and crispy, and the butter is fully melted.
  11. Remove from oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice into serving portions.
  12. Serve warm and enjoy the rich, aromatic roasted garlic bread immediately.

Tips

  1. Choose a high-quality French bread with a crisp crust for the best texture and flavor.
  2. When roasting garlic, ensure you wrap it completely in foil to prevent burning and promote even caramelization.
  3. Let the roasted garlic cool slightly before squeezing to avoid burning your fingers.
  4. For extra richness, use room temperature butter that blends smoothly with roasted garlic.
  5. Don't rush the roasting process—slow roasting brings out the garlic's natural sweetness and depth.
  6. For a variation, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before the final bake for added flavor.
  7. Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the bread at its crispiest and most aromatic stage.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 250kcal

Carbohydrates: 25g

Protein: 5g

Fat: 15g

Saturated Fat: 9g

Cholesterol: 40mg

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