Basil Garlic Toast - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 loaf French bread, split horizontally
1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons grated romano cheese
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Place bread cut sides up on baking sheet. Process basil in food processor or blender until finely chopped. Add butter, oil, cheese, and garlic; process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread basil butter evenly over each bread half.
Bake until golden, 10-12 minutes. Cut bread into 4-inch lengths and serve hot.