Description
Enjoy the irresistible aroma and flavor of Homemade Garlic Bread with this simple and delicious recipe. Perfectly toasted with a flavorful garlic butter spread, it’s a mouthwatering side dish that pairs well with a variety of meals.
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Butter:
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread, halved lengthwise
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Shredded mozzarella for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread the garlic butter: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides of the bread. Add Parmesan or mozzarella cheese if desired.
- Bake: Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Broil: For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- To make ahead, prepare the garlic butter mixture and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- You can also assemble and freeze the bread before baking.
- Swap in roasted garlic for a sweeter flavor, or add red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
