Garlic Confit Toast

Crusty baguette slices topped with a luxurious spread of garlic confit, Parmesan, herbs, and lemon zest. This indulgent toast features butter-poached garlic mashed with fresh oregano and a kick of red pepper flakes.

4 servings
31 min

Ingredients

  • 1 head garlic
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 teaspoons chopped oregano
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 whole baguette

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook cloves from 1 head garlic in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a small covered saucepan over medium-low heat until golden brown and very soft, 15-20 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; let cool.

    20 min

  2. 2.

    Add 1 cup grated Parmesan, 2 teaspoons chopped oregano, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes to garlic and mash to a paste; season with salt.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Heat broiler. Slice a baguette in half lengthwise, then crosswise. Broil, cut side down, on a foil-lined baking sheet until golden brown, about 2 minutes (watch carefully). Let cool slightly, then spread cut side with garlic paste. Broil until cheese is golden and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Slice.

    6 min