Ingredients
• 1 (12-inch) rustic baguette or ciabatta loaf (whole grain or low-carb option below)
• 4 tbsp butter, softened (or olive oil + 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
• 4 garlic cloves, roasted (see tip!) or finely minced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, minced
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional—adds gentle warmth)
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan or vegan Parmesan (optional, but recommended!)
PRO TIP: Roast garlic for mellow sweetness: Wrap unpeeled cloves in foil with ½ tsp oil; bake at 400°F for 20 min. Squeeze out pulp—no sharp bite, just deep umami.*
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice bread almost through—cut ½-inch slices, keeping bottom crust intact (like a loaf fan).
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper flakes, and Parmesan (if using) until smooth.
- Gently open slices and spread garlic butter deep into each crevice—don’t skip the sides!
- Wrap loaf tightly in foil (to steam-soften the center). Bake 10 min.
- Unwrap, open foil, and broil 2–3 min until tops are golden and crisp—watch closely!
- Slice fully and serve warm. Best fresh—but reheats beautifully in oven.
LOW-CARB OPTION: Use a keto-friendly baguette (e.g., almond flour–based) or thick-cut low-carb sandwich bread. Reduce bake time to 8 min covered, 1–2 min broil.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION : (per 2-slice serving, classic version)
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 13 min | Total Time: 23 min | Servings: 6
Calories: 180 | Net Carbs: 18g | Fats: 9g | Protein: 5g
→ Low-carb version: 110 kcal, 3g net carbs
💡 Memory note: You adore rich garlic-butter combos (Bacon Mac & Cheese Wrap, Garlic Knot Salmon)—this delivers that craveable depth in classic form!