Description
Irresistible cheesy garlic bread brings comfort and flavor to any meal, promising a delightful experience for bread enthusiasts. Melted cheese, aromatic garlic, and crispy edges create a perfect side that elevates your dining pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Bread and Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf French bread
- 1/2 cup (1 stick/113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Additional Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a precise 375F (190C), ensuring an ideal baking environment for the garlic bread.
- Create a flavorful garlic butter mixture by thoroughly blending softened butter with finely minced garlic and aromatic Italian seasoning.
- Carefully split the French bread horizontally, creating two equal halves with a clean, even cut.
- Arrange the bread halves face-up on a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them for optimal butter and cheese application.
- Generously coat the bread’s exposed surface with the prepared garlic butter, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Lavishly sprinkle a combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses across the buttered bread, creating a rich and melty topping.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden-brown blanket of deliciousness.
- For an extra crispy finish, activate the broiler for 1-2 minutes, carefully monitoring to prevent burning.
- Allow the bread to rest briefly after removing from the oven, letting the cheese settle and flavors meld.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch of color and additional flavor.
- Slice into manageable portions and serve while warm for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using roasted garlic instead of raw minced garlic for a deeper, sweeter taste.
- Choose high-quality bread like artisan sourdough or ciabatta for extra texture and flavor complexity.
- Make it gluten-free by substituting French bread with gluten-free baguette or cauliflower base for low-carb dieters.
- Store leftover cheesy garlic bread wrapped in foil and reheat in oven to maintain crispiness, avoiding microwave to prevent soggy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg