Description
This Best Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe is crispy on the outside, soft and buttery inside, and loaded with gooey, melted cheese. Made with fresh garlic, butter, herbs, and a blend of cheeses, this homemade garlic bread is the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, or as a snack on its own. Ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare garlic butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Spread the butter: Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese generously over the bread. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake: Place the bread on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Broil for crispiness: Turn on the broiler for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a mix of cheeses like cheddar or provolone for extra flavor.
- Add roasted garlic for a deeper garlic taste.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
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Nutrition
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sugar: ~1g
- Sodium: ~350mg
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~7g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~22g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~8g
- Cholesterol: ~25mg
