Buttery Thyme Bread

1. 1

   Chop some fresh thyme.

2. 2

   Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Spread 1 stick of softened, room-temperature butter on each half (one stick on one half, and the remaining stick on the other half).

4. 4

   Make sure the butter is very, very soft so it wont tear the bread.

5. 5

   Alsovery importantmake sure the butter is salted.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees F for approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Then remove the bread from the oven andthis is the kickerturn on the broiler.

8. 8

   Stick the bread back into the oven and BROIL it for 3 to 5 minutes, watching it the entire time.

9. 9

   You want the butter to start caramelizing.

10. 10

    When done, take the bread out of the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh thyme all over the top.

11. 11

    To serve, cut into 1-inch slices and throw into a breadbasket, or arrange artfully on a shiny, funky platter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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