Heavenly Garlic Baguette Indulgence

Heavenly Garlic Baguette Indulgence
ingredients
- 1 large French baguette
- 115 g unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 30 g fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 g fresh basil, chopped
- 2.5 g salt
- 1.25 g black pepper
- 30 g grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 190°C.
- 2.
Slice the baguette in half lengthwise, keeping it connected at the bottom.
- 3.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth and blended.
- 4.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both baguette halves.
- 5.
If desired, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese generously on top of the buttered surface.
- 6.
Place the baguette halves onto a baking sheet and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- 7.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes for a crispy finish.
- 8.
Once golden and fragrant, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into individual pieces.
- 9.
Serve warm and enjoy the rich, savory flavors!