1 (9-inch) loaf unsliced bread
1/2 c. butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 to 4 tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted

Trim crust from bread. Cut loaf in half lengthwise, then in 8 equal crosswise slices.

Combine butter and garlic, mixing well; spread on all sides of bread slices. Arrange on a 15x12 inch baking sheet, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Yield: 16 sticks.