Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter

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Crusty baguette slices toasted with a garlicky herb butter that melts into golden perfection—ready in 22 minutes for any meal. This mediterranean-inspired quick meals ready in about 22 minutes pairs baguette, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Mince 4 garlic cloves and combine with 4 tbsp softened butter, 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Spread 1 tbsp garlic butter mixture evenly over each baguette slice, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and butter is bubbling around the edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with an additional 1 tsp chopped parsley for color. Let cool 2 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep baguette from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Simply Best Garlic Bread with Herb Butter?

Mediterranean quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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