Basic Garlic Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. 2
   Cut the French bread. It can be cut in half lengthwise, cut into quarters, or cut into thick slices, however you prefer.
3. 3
   Soften the butter by letting it sit out before using it or by putting it in the microwave for just a few seconds. Spread the butter over the bread with a spatula.
4. 4
   Then sprinkle the garlic powder over the butter. Using the spatula, spread the garlic powder evenly over the bread.
5. 5
   Next, sprinkle the paprika over the butter and garlic and spread it evenly over the bread. Add the parsley flakes and spread evenly over the top of the bread.
6. 6
   Top with the grated parmesan cheese and lightly spread it over the top of the bread.
7. 7
   Wrap the garlic bread in foil and set on a cookie sheet. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes then open the foil up so garlic bread will toast. Continue baking in the oven for another 5 to 8 minutes until the bread is hot all the way through and the top is slightly toasted.
8. 8
   Serve hot right out of the oven.