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Easy Homemade Garlic Bread Spread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Homemade Garlic Bread Spread is a flavorful, buttery mixture infused with fresh garlic and parsley, perfect for slathering over bread before baking it to golden, crispy perfection. Enhanced with optional Parmesan and red pepper flakes, this versatile spread adds a delicious twist to your favorite bread, making it an ideal appetizer or side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

Garlic Butter Spread

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra richness)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Add Flavor Enhancers: For an extra burst of flavor, stir in the optional red pepper flakes and grated Parmesan cheese to the butter mixture.
  3. Incorporate Olive Oil: If a creamier texture is preferred, blend in the optional olive oil thoroughly with the other ingredients.
  4. Spread on Bread: Generously spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over slices of your choice of bread.
  5. Bake: Place the prepared bread slices on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy.
  6. Broil for Crunch: For added crunchiness, switch the oven to broil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Serve Warm: Remove the garlic bread from the oven and serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • You can use any type of bread you prefer such as French baguette, Italian bread, or sourdough.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic and red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and omit Parmesan cheese.
  • Store any leftover garlic spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Reheat garlic bread in the oven to restore crispiness rather than using a microwave.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/easy-homemade-garlic-bread-spread-recipe-2/