Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). This ensures even cooking. A hot oven helps the bread turn crispy on the outside. While the oven heats, prepare your ingredients and baking tray.

Take your Tuscan bread and cut it in half lengthwise. You can also slice it into smaller pieces if you prefer. Keep the slices thick enough so they stay soft inside after baking.

In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and olive oil. Add minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until smooth. The smell will already be amazing at this stage.

Stir in chopped parsley into the garlic butter mixture. This adds a fresh taste and nice color. You can also add dried herbs if fresh ones are not available at home.

Take a spoon and spread the garlic butter evenly over the bread. Make sure every part is covered. This step is important for full flavor in every bite.

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the bread if you like. This gives a slightly crispy and cheesy topping. It adds a rich taste without overpowering the garlic flavor.

Place the bread on a baking tray and put it in the oven. Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes. The edges should turn golden and crispy while the center stays soft.

Remove the bread from the oven carefully. Let it cool for a minute. Then slice and serve warm. Enjoy the crispy crust and buttery garlic flavor in every bite.