Ingredients
Bread
- 1 baguette (or 8+ slices of sourdough or ciabatta)
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Garnish
- Parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat grill: If the grill is not already on, preheat it on high for 10 minutes to ensure the grates are hot enough to char and crisp the bread.
- Prepare garlic butter: Microwave the butter for 20-30 seconds until melted. Stir in the minced garlic thoroughly. Using a pastry brush, evenly brush both sides of the bread slices with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the bread.
- Grill first side: Place the first side of each bread slice directly on the hot grill grates. Close the grill lid and check after 30 seconds for desired char. If not ready, close the lid and check again after another 30 seconds before flipping.
- Grill second side: Flip the bread slices and grill the second side for 30 seconds with the lid closed. Check if the bread has achieved the desired char and remove from the grill. If more charring is desired, close the lid and check again after an additional 30 seconds, then remove.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle the grilled garlic bread with a little extra salt and finely chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use a sturdy bread like baguette, sourdough, or ciabatta for best grilling results.
- Watch the bread carefully while grilling to prevent burning, as grilling times may vary depending on the heat of your grill.
- For extra richness, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese after grilling.
- To make the garlic butter ahead, combine garlic and butter and refrigerate; reheat gently before brushing on bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
