Who can resist the heavenly combination of warm bread, melted cheese, and the aromatic flavors of garlic? Cheesy garlic bread is the ultimate comfort food that can elevate any meal or be enjoyed on its own. Here is a fun and easy recipe for making irresistible cheesy garlic bread that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
Ingredients:
- 1 French baguette or Italian loaf
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Start by slicing the baguette or Italian loaf lengthwise, creating two halves. Place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread halves, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the buttered bread. Then, evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place the baking sheet with the bread in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread turns golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the cheesy garlic bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This allows the cheese to set slightly before slicing.
- Cut the bread into slices and serve warm.
Tips
- For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a sprinkle of dried oregano to the garlic butter mixture.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar, Gruyere, or a blend of your favorites.
- To take it up a notch, you can brush the bread with a little olive oil before spreading the garlic butter mixture for added richness.
