Title: Fresh Herb & Garlic Bread
Categories: Bread
Yield: 1 Loaf

1		Clove garlic
1/4	c	Packed fresh herb leaves i.e. parsley, basil thyme, oregano,
1/4	lb	Unsalted butter, softened
		Salt and freshly ground pepper
		Cayenne
1		Loaf Italian or French bread

In a food processor combine the garlic, herbs, butter, salt, pepper and cayenne to taste and process until smooth. Alternately, finely chop together the garlic and the herbs and then in a bowl mix together with the butter, salt, pepper and cayenne.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Cut the bread every 1 1/2 in.es along the entire length of the loaf. Spread each side of a slice with the butter mixture. Wrap loaf in aluminum foil and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through. Unwrap bread, bake for 5 minutes to brown top. Serve bread warm.

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