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Crispy St. Patrick’s Green Shamrock Garlic Bread

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This festive garlic bread features shamrock-shaped slices topped with a vibrant green, garlicky butter made from fresh spinach and parsley. Crispy, golden, and irresistibly fun, it’s the perfect party appetizer for St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion that needs a pop of color.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large French baguette or Italian loaf (about 16 oz)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves (about 2 oz), washed and patted dry
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (stems removed)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted Irish butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or dried oregano or basil)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Extra chopped parsley or chives, for garnish
  • A pinch of flaky sea salt, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor or blender, combine spinach, parsley, softened butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs. Blend until smooth and bright green. Stir in Parmesan cheese if using.
  3. Slice baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. Use a shamrock-shaped cookie cutter (or a sharp knife) to cut each slice into shamrock shapes. Gather and re-press scraps as needed.
  4. Arrange shamrock-shaped bread pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Generously brush or spread the green garlic butter on each piece, covering to the edges. Optionally, sprinkle with extra Parmesan or flaky sea salt.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through, until edges are crisp and tops are bubbly and golden. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  7. Transfer bread to a cooling rack for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with more chopped herbs or cheese if desired.
  8. Serve warm on a platter and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use slightly stale bread for extra crunch. Gluten-free and vegan adaptations are easy—use GF bread and vegan butter. Shape and butter can be prepped ahead and baked fresh. Rotate tray for even baking and avoid overloading with butter to prevent sogginess.

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Keywords: St. Patrick's Day, garlic bread, party appetizer, green garlic bread, shamrock bread, festive bread, spinach garlic bread, Irish recipes

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