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Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ to 2 lb crusty loaf of bread (like ciabatta or sourdough), cut in half lengthwise
- 1 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix softened butter, pesto, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and place on a baking sheet.
- Spread pesto butter generously on the bread halves.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until toasted and golden.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking.
Experiment with different bread types for varied flavors.
Slice the bread after it cools slightly for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 30