1 1/2 c Fresh basil leaves
3/4 c Butter; room temperature (1
; 1/2 sticks)
2 tb Drained capers
3/4 ts Salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 French bread baguettes;
-halved lengthwise
Chop basil in processor. Add butter, capers, salt and generous amount of
pepper and process until well combined. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead.
Cover and refrigerate. Bring butter mixture to room temperature before
using.)
Preheat oven to 500F. Arrange bread cut side up on cookie sheets. Bake
until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Spread cut surfaces with basil butter.
Cut crosswise and serve.
Serves 20.
Yields
1 servings