Fresh Basil Roasted Garlic Toast
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Fresh Basil Roasted Garlic Toast, a perfect fusion of rustic charm and gourmet flavors. Featuring golden slices of crusty baguette topped with buttery roasted garlic, aromatic fresh basil, and a touch of creamy Parmesan cheese, this recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. The garlic’s natural sweetness, enhanced by slow roasting, pairs beautifully with the herbaceous brightness of chopped basil for a flavor-packed bite. A quick sear in a skillet ensures each slice is perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining tender within. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for entertaining or indulging in a savory snack. Serve it warm, and watch as every bite delights your senses!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 1 Garlic bulb
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Place the garlic bulb on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and wrap tightly. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
While the garlic is roasting, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices on a slight diagonal.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and set them aside.
In a small bowl, combine the unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Once the garlic is roasted and cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves into a small bowl and mash with a fork until smooth.
Spread the garlic mixture evenly on one side of each baguette slice.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the butter mixture on the other side of the baguette slices and place them butter-side down in the skillet. Toast for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp.
Remove the toasts from the skillet. Sprinkle the chopped basil over the garlic side of each toast. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy your Fresh Basil Roasted Garlic Toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 3298 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1183 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 2547 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
