Ingredients:

  • 113g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 30g (2 tbsp) high-quality mayonnaise
  • 15g (5 cloves) fresh garlic, finely minced
  • 3g (1 tsp) garlic powder
  • 2g (1/2 tsp) dried oregano
  • 5g (2 tbsp) fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
  • 2g (1/2 tsp) kosher salt
  • 1g (1/4 tsp) cracked black pepper
  • 30g (1/3 cup) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large French or Italian bread loaf (approx. 450g)

Instructions:

  1. Cream the fats. In a small mixing bowl, combine the 113g of softened unsalted butter and 30g of mayonnaise. Use a rubber spatula to cream them together until the mixture is pale and completely smooth. Note: This creates a stable emulsion that won't separate in the oven.
  2. Season the base. Fold in the 15g of minced fresh garlic, 3g of garlic powder, 2g of kosher salt, and 1g of black pepper. Mix thoroughly. Note: Mixing the aromatics now ensures even flavor distribution without hot spots.
  3. Add the herbs. Incorporate the 2g of dried oregano and 5g of finely chopped fresh Italian parsley into the bowl. Stir until the green flecks are evenly dispersed.
  4. Fold in the cheese. Add the 30g of finely grated Parmesan cheese. The spread should now be thick and hold its shape, much like cake frosting.
  5. Prepare the loaf. Slice your 450g French or Italian bread loaf lengthwise. If you prefer individual portions, you can slice it into 2cm thick rounds.
  6. Apply the spread. Use a butter knife or small offset spatula to apply a generous, even layer of the Garlic Bread Spread to the cut surfaces. Make sure to go all the way to the edges.
  7. Set the stage. Place the prepared bread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cut side up.
  8. Bake to perfection. Slide the sheet into the center of a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F). Bake for 8 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the surface is bubbling.
  9. Cool slightly. Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 2 minutes. This allows the fats to set slightly so the crust becomes truly shattering.
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