Description
Crispy, buttery, and oozing with cheese, this Cheesy Garlic Bread is a crowd-pleasing comfort classic that’s quick to whip up and impossible to resist.
Ingredients
- French Baguette or Italian Loaf: 1 large, sliced lengthwise
- Unsalted Butter: ½ cup (softened)
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1½ cups, shredded
- Parmesan Cheese: ¼ cup, grated
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Dried Oregano: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place the sliced bread halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves. Top with mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finishing Touches: Broil on high for 1–2 minutes until the cheese turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use room-temperature butter for smoother mixing.
- Grate cheese fresh for best melting texture.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.
- To make ahead, prepare and refrigerate until baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg