I think I might have finally achieved garlic bread perfection. It is pretty much a staple every time I serve Italian food. This garlic bread is so good it’s often requested at my dinner parties even when it’s not an Italian meal.
It took me a while to get this recipe to the point where I think the blend of butter, oil and Italian Seasoning really work together. The keys are the combination of oil and butter, and the mixture of fresh garlic and garlic powder. The butter should be at room temperature to allow it to spread evenly. A single recipe is enough for a mini-baguette (about 15 inches), but a double recipe is necessary to cover both sides of a full baguette.
Sometimes I sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese on the warm bread to finish it off.
Garlic Bread
Print recipeIngredients
- 1 Mini Baguette (about 15 inches)
- 8 Tablespoons Butter (unsalted & room temperature)
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Clove Fresh Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place butter, olive oil, fresh garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning & salt in a small bowl. |  |
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Mix all ingredients until smooth. |  |
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Cut baguette in half lengthwise and evenly spread butter mixture onto both halves of bread. |  |
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Place bread in preheated 400 degree oven for 8 - 10 minutes. |  |
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Cut garlic bread and serve. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (optional). |  |
