Grilled Garlic Cilantro Bread

• 1 loaf French bread (20 to 24 inches long)
• 12 tablespoons (1-1/2 sticks) salted butter, at room temperature
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Set up the grill for direct grilling and preheat to medium-high.

1. Cut the bread sharply on the diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
2. Place the butter in a medium bowl and cream it using a whisk or wooden spoon. Add the garlic, cilantro, and pepper and beat until the butter is creamy. Using a spatula or knife, spread the garlic butter on both sides of the bread slices.
3. When ready to cook, place the bread on the hot grate and grill until golden brown on both sides, 1 to 3 minutes per side. Don't take your eyes off the grill for a second as buttered bread can burn quickly. If it starts to burn, use tongs to move the slices to a cooler area of the grill. Remove the bread from the grill and serve at once