Ingredients

• 1 loaf bread (traditionally white Italian bread, but any type will work, even rolls cut in half), sliced into thick slices or cut horizontally in half

• 4 cloves garlic, finely crushed

• 2 tablespoons butter, softened to room temperature

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (alternatively, use 4 tablespoons of butter total)

• 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

• pinch of salt

• 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan or Romano cheese (optional)

1. Mash garlic, butter, and oil, parsley and salt together in a small bowl with a fork.

2. Thinly spread onto the bread or rolls with a knife.

3. Put in the oven under the broiler until golden brown.