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Side
Garlic Bread
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 8
Warm, buttery, golden garlic bread made on a French baguette or Italian loaf — a simple and satisfying side that pairs well with pasta dishes, soups, and salads. Ready in minutes on the griddle or grill with minimal cleanup.
INGREDIENTS
2 French baguettes or 1 large Italian loaf
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, softened to room temperature
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
Shredded Parmesan cheese
Red pepper flakes
INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing the Garlic Butter
Soften the Butter: Allow butter to sit at room temperature until soft enough to spread easily. If short on time, cut butter into small pieces to speed up softening.
Mince the Garlic: Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. The finer the mince the better — large chunks of garlic can burn on the heat.
Mix: In a small bowl combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well until fully combined into a smooth, even garlic butter spread.
Preparing the Bread
Slice the Baguette: Cut each baguette in half lengthwise, creating two long flat halves per baguette. For an Italian loaf, slice lengthwise down the center the same way.
Spread the Garlic Butter: Spread the garlic butter generously and evenly across the cut surface of each bread half, making sure to reach all the way to the edges.
Optional Topping: Sprinkle shredded Parmesan and/or red pepper flakes over the buttered surface if desired.
Cooking the Garlic Bread
On the Griddle or Camp Stove
Heat the Griddle: Place the griddle or a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. No oil is needed.
Cook Butter Side Down: Place the bread halves butter side down on the hot griddle. Press down lightly with a spatula to ensure even contact with the surface.
Cook: Toast for 3–5 minutes until the butter is melted, the surface is golden brown, and the edges are crispy. Watch carefully as garlic butter can burn quickly on high heat.
Remove and Slice: Transfer to a cutting board. Slice each half crosswise into individual serving pieces roughly 2 inches wide. Serve immediately.
On the Grill
Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium heat — approximately 350°F. High heat will burn the garlic butter before the bread toasts.
Place Butter Side Down: Lay bread halves butter side down directly on the grill grates.
Cook: Grill for 3–5 minutes until golden and toasted with light grill marks. Keep the lid open and watch closely to avoid burning.
Remove and Slice: Transfer to a cutting board and slice into individual serving pieces roughly 2 inches wide. Serve immediately.
Serve: Serve hot immediately after slicing. Garlic bread is best fresh off the heat — it softens quickly as it cools. For a self-serve option, place sliced pieces on a serving platter or tray on the camp table.
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Tools & Equipment List
Griddle or Skillet, Grill, Cutting Board, Mixing Bowl, Mixing Spoon, Butter Knife, Serving Tray