Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe

Cheesy garlic bread is a delicious and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with pasta, salads, or soups. It’s crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with gooey cheese and flavorful garlic. Here’s how to make it!

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of French or Italian bread
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for added heat

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
   • In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Slice the Bread:
   • Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. You can also slice it into smaller pieces if you prefer individual servings.
4. Spread the Garlic Butter:
   • Generously spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
5. Add Cheese:
   • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top of the buttered bread. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes as well.
6. Bake:
   • Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
7. Broil (Optional):
   • For an extra crispy top, you can broil the bread for an additional 1-2 minutes, but keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
8. Slice and Serve:
   • Remove the cheesy garlic bread from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Slice it into pieces and serve warm.

Tips:

• Feel free to add herbs like oregano or basil for more flavor.
• For a more indulgent version, you can mix in cream cheese with the garlic butter for extra creaminess.
• This cheesy garlic bread is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.

Enjoy your homemade cheesy garlic bread!