Description
This Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe features a crispy French bread loaf smothered in a flavorful garlic butter and topped with Parmesan and melted mozzarella cheese. Quick and easy to prepare, it makes a perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf French bread (about 12-14 oz)
Garlic Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
Cheese Toppings
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to fully heat while preparing the bread.
- Make garlic butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with the minced garlic, mixing well until evenly blended to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
- Prepare the bread: Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, creating two long pieces, and place them cut side up on a baking sheet.
- Spread garlic butter: Generously spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Add cheese toppings: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread, followed by a hearty layer of shredded mozzarella cheese for a rich, cheesy topping.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the bread for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown, bubbly, and the edges of the bread are toasted.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the bread from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor, slice into servings, and serve hot.
Notes
- For an extra crispy bottom, place the bread on a wire rack set over the baking sheet while baking.
- You can add red pepper flakes on top for a spicy kick.
- Use day-old bread for better texture that holds up during baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best results.
