Garlic Bread with Herbs

1 stick butter (1/2 cup), at room temperature

2 garlic cloves, mashed into a paste with a pinch of salt and olive oil
2 tablespoons each of chopped fresh parsley and basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 loaf crusty baguette
Extra-virgin olive oil

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Stir together the butter, mashed garlic, and herbs in a small
bowl and season with salt and pepper.
Cut open the bread lengthwise and spread the garlic mixture over the halves.
Drizzle with a little olive oil.
Bake for 15 minutes or until nicely golden.