Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400.

Step 2

Mix together the softened butter, fresh herbs, red pepper if using, and garlic in a small bowl.

Step 3

Spread the butter mixture evenly over the cut side of the bread.

Step 4

Place bread buttered side up on a non-stick cookie sheet, or line a cookie sheet with foil and spray the foil with non-stick spray.

Step 5

Bake for 10 minutes, then remove, and flip the bread over so that the buttered side is making direct contact with the baking sheet. Place back in the oven for 7-10 minutes, checking after 7 to make sure the butter isn't burning.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes, then slice.