Description
This garlic bread is the ultimate side dish, packed with rich garlic flavor, buttery goodness, and perfectly toasted edges. It’s crisp on the outside and soft on the inside – perfect for any Italian meal or comfort food spread.
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra crispness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
- In a bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.
- If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Place bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the butter is melted.
- For extra crispness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Remove from oven, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- You can add mozzarella cheese for a cheesy garlic bread twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg