Description
This Texas Toast recipe is a simple and delicious way to elevate ordinary bread into a flavorful and crispy side dish. Thick-cut slices are generously coated with garlic butter, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 8 slices thick-cut white bread (about 1 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, and salt. Mix well. (Optional: Mix in half of the Parmesan cheese and reserve the rest for topping.)
- Spread and Top: Spread the garlic butter mixture generously on one side of each bread slice. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Bake: Place the bread slices, buttered side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Broil (Optional): For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Garnish with additional parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Butter: Use softened butter for easier mixing.
- Crispiness: Broil for extra crispiness.
- Garlic: Substitute with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder if needed.
- Bread: Use French bread or sourdough for a different flavor.
- Serving: Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
