1 long loaf of Italian or French bread (about 10 oz.)
1/2 c. unsalted butter, slightly softened
2 med. garlic cloves, peeled & crushed
2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. crumbled marjoram
1/2 tsp. crumbled basil
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using a sharp, serrated knife, cut the bread down to, but not through, the bottom crust, making slices about 1" 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. Serves 6.