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Cheesy Garlic Bread

Cheesy Garlic Bread That Melts in Your Mouth Every Time

This cheesy garlic bread is a delicious and customizable appetizer that elevates any meal with gooey cheese and aromatic garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 1 loaf French or Italian bread Ciabatta or hamburger buns can work well too.
For the Garlic Butter Spread
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Margarine can be a substitute.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic provides robust flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Optional for a simpler taste.
  • 1 pinch Salt To enhance flavors.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded; can substitute with provolone or cheddar.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated; any hard cheese can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheesy Garlic Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano (if desired), and a pinch of salt.
  3. Slice the French or Italian bread in half lengthwise and place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  4. Spread the garlic butter mixture over both halves of the bread evenly.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and then grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered surfaces.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  7. Switch your oven to broil for an additional 1-2 minutes until the top is golden.
  8. Let the bread cool for a minute, garnish with additional chopped parsley, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, use fresh garlic and herbs. Reheat leftovers in a preheated oven for best results.

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