Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is a classic, easy-to-make side dish featuring crispy, golden crust and a soft, buttery, garlicky center. Perfect as a complement to pasta, soup, or any main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian loaf
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread in half horizontally or into thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, salt, and parsley until well combined.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut side or slices of bread.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet, buttered side up.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges start to brown and butter is melted.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching carefully.
- Remove from oven, slice if needed, and serve warm.
Notes
Add cheese before baking for a cheesy version.Use olive oil instead of butter for a lighter variation.To make it vegan, substitute plant-based butter.Leftovers can be stored in foil or an airtight container for 2–4 days.Reheat in the oven or toaster oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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