Description
A savory, indulgent appetizer or side dish made with crusty bread, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and aromatic garlic butter.
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and place it cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic.
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over both halves.
- Top with crumbled cooked bacon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese slightly.
- Remove from oven, garnish with parsley if desired, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked bacon to save time.
- Try adding chopped green onions or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
