Fresh Parsley Garlic Bread
Crusty baguette slices toasted with garlic and fresh parsley, achieving perfect crispness without sogginess. This Italian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs baguette, unsalted butter, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf, cut into 1/2-inch slices baguette
- 1/2 cup, softened unsalted butter
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Step 3: Spread 1 tablespoon of the butter mixture evenly over each 1/2-inch baguette slice. Arrange slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crisp at the edges, rotating the pan halfway through.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving. The bread should be crisp outside with a soft interior.
