1 c. mayonnaise
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese (3 oz.)
1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1 (1 lb.) sourdough bread, halved horizontally
Butter
2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp. dried)

Preheat broiler. Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan and garlic in large bowl to blend. Arrange bread cut side up on large cookie sheet. Butter bread. Broil until crisp and brown. Spread Parmesan mixture over the cut sides of the bread. Broil until top is puffed and golden brown. Sprinkle with chopped basil. Cut bread into wedges and serve. Makes 12 servings.