1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

1/8 teaspoon chili powder

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 loaf Italian bread, split in half, lengthwise

Stir together first 5 ingredients.  Spread over cut sides of bread.  Wrap in foil; bake at 350 for 15 minutes.  Serve warm.

12  Servings