Crusty Basil Loaf

Prep: 180 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

A flavorful grilled bread treat featuring herb-infused butter, perfect for summer barbecues or casual gatherings, offering aromatic basil or oregano notes with crispy crust.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 (16 to 19-inch) loaf French bread

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine margarine and basil; blend well. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours to blend flavors.
  2. Heat grill. Slice loaf into 1-inch slices. Spread with herb-margarine mixture.
  3. Arrange slices into loaf shape; wrap securely with foil.
  4. If loaf is too long for grill, divide in half and wrap each half separately in foil.
  5. When ready to barbecue, place loaf on gas grill over medium coals.
  6. Heat 10 to 15 minutes until margarine is melted and bread is hot, turning occasionally.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

319 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.9g 14% DV
Total Fat 23.8g 31% DV
Carbs 25.8g 9% DV
Fiber 9.7g 35% DV
Sugar 0.4g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 258mg 11% DV
Potassium 695.5mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 10.8mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 35.8mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 0.6mg 1% DV
Calcium 566mg 44% DV
Iron 22.8mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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