1    Long loaf of Italian bread
- or French bread,
-   (about 10 oz)
1/2 c  Unsalted butter
- slightly softened
2 md Garlic cloves
- peeled and crushed
2 tb Freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 ts Crumbled marjoram
1/2 ts Crumbled basil
1/4 ts Freshly ground black pepper

PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 350F. Using a sharp, serrated knife, cut the bread down
to–but not through–the bottom crust, making slices about 1-inch thick.
Cream the butter with the garlic, cheese, marjoram, basil and pepper.
Spread both sides of each slice of bread with the mixture. Wrap the bread
in a large square of heavy-duty aluminum foil and bake it for 45 minutes.
Unwrap the bread and serve while very hot.