Knoffelbrood (Garlic Bread - Braai or Oond)

Ingredients

• 1 French loaf or ciabatta
• 180g soft butter
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp dried origanum
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup grated cheddar or mozzarella (optional)

Method

1. 1

   Mix the butter, garlic, parsley, origanum and salt into a smooth paste.

2. 2

   Cut the loaf into thick slices without cutting all the way through.

3. 3

   Spread the garlic butter into every cut and push cheese in if using.

4. 4

   Wrap tightly in foil.

5. 5

   Braai over medium coals for 12-15 minutes, turning once, or bake at 180C for 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Open the foil for the last 3 minutes to crisp the crust. Serve hot.