Cindi's Herbed Garlic Butter

I've been playing around with this recipe for a while. I have several types of Garlic Bread Toppers that I like to use, but this is a nice change. Works great on any kind of crusty or chewy Italian or French Bread. The most rustic bread you can find is what makes this a great topping!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1  cup butter, at room temperature (unsalted)
• 4 -5  garlic cloves, finely minced and mashed to a paste
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 1  teaspoon  chopped thyme leaves
• 1⁄8 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. In medium bowl, stir together the butter, minced and mashed garlic, parsley and thyme leaves. Use a wooden spoon to help blend all ingredients into a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Cut bread lengthwise or into slices (your choice) and spread generously with the butter. Store leftover butter in tightly sealed container in refrigerator for another day. Place bread on cookie sheet and lightly drizzle with olive oil.
3. Bake in 350 degree F oven for 10-15 minutes.
4. If you want to maintain a softer chewy bread, spread butter on bread, assemble slices back into loaf shape and wrap well with aluminum foil. Heat in 350 degree F oven for 10-15 minutes.