Herb Garlic Bread – Belgian Style

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 18

Delicious Herb Garlic Bread - Belgian Style recipe for your next meal

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 tablespoons unsalted butter , at room temperature
	2 teaspoons finely chopped minced garlic
	1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley or 1 1/2 tablespoons chervil
	1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon tarragon
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
	1 loaf French bread or 1 loaf Italian bread ( or 2 smaller loaves )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

Fat

15g

Belgian-style herb garlic bread is a delicious take on a classic recipe. This bread is loaded with garlic, fresh herbs, and butter which give it a rich, savory flavor that's perfect for any meal. It's easy to make and pairs well with soups, stews, or as a side for pasta dishes. The bread itself is crusty on the outside and soft on the inside, making it the perfect texture for mopping up sauces and gravies. Give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with your bread-baking skills!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the butter, garlic, parsley or chervil, thyme or tarragon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3.	Cut the bread into thick slices, but not all the way through.
4.	Spread the herb butter mixture generously over the top of each slice, making sure to get some in between the slices.
5.	Wrap the bread in foil and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the bread is warm and the butter has melted.
6.	Remove from the oven and serve hot.

PROS

This Belgian-style herb garlic bread is packed with flavor and perfect for bread lovers.
It’s quick and easy to make, and will definitely impress your dinner guests.
The addition of fresh herbs gives it a more complex, balanced flavor.

CONS

This bread recipe is not gluten-free and may not be suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

It also contains a fair amount of butter which makes it high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fresh garlic contains allicin, a compound with powerful medicinal properties. It’s been shown to boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer. The fresh herbs used in this recipe are also packed with vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health.