• 1 French Bread Loaf, any variety, sliced into two halves
• 4 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 tablespoon parsley, freshly chopped

Ingredients for Shrimp Scampi:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes, crushed
• 1 pound shrimp, medium/large (peeled and tails removed)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon parsley, freshly chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest , optional
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated