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Fresh Basil Garlic Bread

Fresh Basil Garlic Bread

Fresh Basil Garlic Bread is quick & easy to make, covered in fresh flavor, & a bright beautiful addition to any Italian meal!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course bread
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 loaves
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • blender
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • ½ cup Fresh Basil Leaves packed
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Pinch Salt
  • Pinch Pepper
  • 1 loaf Ciabatta Bread 10 inch loaf

Instructions
 

  • First, preheat your oven to 375 degrees fahrenheit & line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the peeled garlic cloves, ½ cup packed fresh basil leaves, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, & a pinch of salt & pepper in a small blender & blend until smooth.
  • Cut your ciabatta in half & spread your basil garlic spread on the inside of each slice.
  • Bake your Fresh Basil Garlic Bread, open side up, in your oven for 12-13 minutes until golden.
  • Let cool & enjoy.

Notes

I packed a ½ cup with fresh basil leaves & it was slightly heaping. I used a small hand blender with the chopper attachment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Keyword appetizer, basil bread, Easy Recipe, Fresh Basil Garlic Bread, Garlic Bread, italian bread
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