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Crusty Garlic Bread

Source of Recipe

"Healthy Meals In Minutes," 1994


Recipe Introduction

Uses Ready Made Bread. Makes 10 slices

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme.. or.. 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram ..or.. 3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
2 small loaves (4 ounces each) French bread

Preheat oven to 350F. In a small bowl, combine the garlic and oil; mix well. In another small bowl, combine parsley, thyme, marjoram, and parka. Add Parmesan; mix well.

Cut each loaf crosswise into diagonal slices, without cutting all the way through. Brush cut sides of slices with garlic oil. Sprinkle herb mixture between slices. Wrap each loaf in foil; place on baking sheet.

Bake until heated through about 10 to 15 minutes. Unwrap the loaves and pace them on a breadboard or in a basket. Serve immediately.

Freezer:
Follow the recipe through Step 2, but wrap each loaf in plastic wrap and then in foil. Freeze for up to 1 month. To heat, preheat oven to 350F. Remove foil and plastic wrap from loaves; rewrap in foil; Place on a baking sheet and bake until heated through, about 25 to 30 minutes.

Cook's Tips:
For extra flavor, halve a clove of garlic. Split loaves lengthwise; rub cut sides of bread with cut sides of garlic. Brush with oil, sprinkle with herbs, and bake.

Per serving: calories 72 (20% from fat); carbohydrates 12g; protein 2g; sodium 139mg; fat 1g; cholesterol 0 mg