| Cut bread diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices and brush both sides of each slice with oil. Preheat oven to 350*F Toast on a baking sheet in oven until crisp (10 to 12 minutes.) Grilled bread may be made at least 1 week ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. Herbal Butter
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
3 tbls. chopped Basil, Thyme, and Parsley, or 2 tsp. dried.
Juice and grated zest of 1/2 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste Cream the butter until light and fluffy. Chop the herbs and blend into the butter. Spoon on to a sheet of wax paper and roll so the stick of butter is about 1/2 inch thick. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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