Herb Butter-Spread Bread

Directions

1. 1
   With serrated edge knife, cut off top, side and end crusts of bread.
2. 2
   Do not cut away bottom crust.
3. 3
   Cut bread, leaving bottom attached, in half lengthwise and into 3/4-inch pieces crosswise. Cream butter.
4. 4
   Add salt and Worcestershire.
5. 5
   Place thyme and marjoram leaves in palm of hand; crush lightly to release flavoring oils.
6. 6
   Add herbs to butter; mix well.
7. 7
   Spread all cut surfaces of bread inside and out with butter.
8. 8
   Place bread on rimmed baking sheet.
9. 9
   (The butter will run as it heats.)
10. 10
    Bake, uncovered, in a 325° oven for about 30 minutes, or until crisp. Serve hot.
11. 11
    Makes 6 to 8 servings.