Cindi's Herbed Garlic Butter Recipe

Elevate your bread game with Cindi's Herbed Garlic Butter! This easy recipe transforms ordinary crusty Italian or French bread into a flavorful masterpiece. Made with fresh garlic, parsley, thyme, and creamy butter, this herbed garlic butter is the perfect topping for rustic loaves, adding a burst of aromatic flavor to every bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a sophisticated appetizer, this recipe is a must-try for garlic lovers!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 2128.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cindi's Herbed Garlic Butter

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How to Make Cindi's Herbed Garlic Butter

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme.
  3. Mash the garlic slightly with a fork to release its flavor.
  4. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to thoroughly blend all ingredients until a smooth paste forms.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Slice your favorite crusty Italian or French bread lengthwise or into thick slices.
  7. Spread the herbed garlic butter generously over the bread.
  8. For softer, chewier bread: assemble the slices back into a loaf shape after buttering and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
  9. For crispier bread: lightly drizzle the prepared bread slices with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and heated through. If using foil, baking time may be slightly shorter.
  11. Store leftover herbed garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

620g

Carbs

1g