Herbed Garlic Butter Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1. Prepare the Butter:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, basil, salt, and pepper.
   • Mix until all ingredients are well blended.
   • Store in the refrigerator if not using immediately, or keep at room temperature if you will be using it soon.

Garlic Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
• Herbed garlic butter (from above)

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Butter the Baguette:
   • Spread a generous amount of the herbed garlic butter on each slice of baguette.
3. Bake:
   • Arrange the buttered slices on a baking sheet.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the garlic bread warm, ideally fresh out of the oven.

This simple yet flavorful herbed garlic butter is versatile and can be used in various dishes, including as a spread for breads, for sautéing vegetables, or as a finishing butter for steaks and other meats. Enjoy your homemade herbed garlic bread alongside your favorite pasta dish or as an appetizer!