Description
Indulge in this irresistible Cheesy Garlic Bread, featuring a perfect blend of garlic butter, fresh parsley, and two types of cheese. This delightful side dish is perfect for any meal or as a snack on its own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large loaf of French or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened butter.
- Add the minced garlic.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Chop the fresh parsley finely and add it to the bowl.
- Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the loaf of French or Italian bread in half lengthwise.
- Place the halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- Spread a generous amount of the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Use any leftover garlic butter for other bread or vegetables if desired.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic buttered bread.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the mozzarella.
- Feel free to add more cheese for an extra cheesy experience!
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
- For extra bubbly cheese, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Let the bread cool for a minute or two before slicing it into individual pieces.
- Serve warm as a side dish or snack.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- This garlic bread pairs wonderfully with pasta dishes, soups, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes