Basil Garlic Bread

Name: Basil Garlic Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread

This is a must have accompaniment in my home. It goes well with Italian dishes to a simple salad dishes.—Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread

Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, parsley, basil and garlic. Cover and microwave until butter is melted. Stir in cheese.
Cut the bread in half lengthwise; place cut side down on an uncovered grill over medium heat for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Brush cut side with the butter mixture. Grill or broil 1-2 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 280 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.

Originally published as Basil Garlic Bread in Quick Cooking July/August 1999

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JMartinelli13

Nov 30, 2016

I used dried parsley and basil because it's what I had on hand. Very fast dish to put together and everyone loved it. Leftovers froze and reheated great!
bereitbach

Aug 15, 2012

This was pretty good, but I did think it could use some more flavor. Next time I would increase the basil and maybe add some onion salt. The parsley doesn't add a lot to the taste although it makes the bread look wonderful to serve.