Crisp Rosemary-Parmesan Bread by
Ingredients
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
6 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 1/2 ounces)
5 large garlic cloves, minced
1 baguette, halved lengthwise, then crosswise (4 pieces total), each piece diagonally scored 3/4 inch deep at 1 1/2-inch intervals
Instructions
Blend butter and rosemary in processor. Gradually add oil and process until incorporated. Mix in Parmesan cheese. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.) Mix in garlic.Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat oven to 400°F. Spread cheese mixture over cut sides of bread.
If grilling, wrap each piece of bread loosely in foil. Grill in foil until bread is crusty and golden, about 8 minutes. If baking, place bread cut side up on baking sheet. Bake until bread is crisp and golden around edges, about 10 minutes. Serve bread warm.
If grilling, wrap each piece of bread loosely in foil. Grill in foil until bread is crusty and golden, about 8 minutes. If baking, place bread cut side up on baking sheet. Bake until bread is crisp and golden around edges, about 10 minutes. Serve bread warm.