Description
Texas Toast is a beloved Southern classic that elevates any meal with its crispy exterior and rich, buttery garlic flavor. Perfectly toasted, these thick slices of bread are ideal for barbecues, pasta dishes, or simply enjoyed on their own. With minimal effort, you can impress your guests with this irresistible side dish that promises to have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices Texas toast (or sourdough)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt until creamy.
- Generously spread the garlic butter mixture on one side of each bread slice.
- Place the buttered slices on the baking sheet with the buttered side up, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy; watch closely to prevent burning.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in grated Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes into the butter mixture. Experiment with different types of bread such as ciabatta or gluten-free options to suit your preferences.