INGREDIENTS:

• 1 head garlic, cloves peeled
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup grated Parmesan (use the real thing!)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 baguette

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cook garlic in butter in a small covered saucepan over medium-low heat until golden brown and very soft, 15−20 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; let cool. 

2. Add Parmesan, oregano, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes to garlic and mash to a paste; season to taste with salt and pepper. 

3. Heat broiler. Slice baguette in half lengthwise, then crosswise. Broil, cut side down, on a foil-lined baking sheet until golden brown, about 2 minutes (watch carefully). Let cool slightly, then spread cut side with garlic paste. Broil until cheese is golden and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Slice.