HERB SPREAD FOR FRENCH BREAD

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Instead of regular garlic bread, my family requests this spread. The flavor is best when I use parsley and basil fresh from the garden. -Jennie Wilburn, Long Creek, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings (1/2 cup spread).

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 loaf French bread (1 pound)

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut bread in half lengthwise; spread herb spread on cut sides. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.