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Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe

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This Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe features a crispy, buttery French bread loaded with a flavorful garlic butter spread and topped with a melty blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Perfectly baked to golden perfection with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a delicious appetizer or side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Bread and Butter Mixture

  • 1 (14 oz) loaf French bread (or Italian bread)
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, softened
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp minced garlic (or 1 tsp granulated garlic)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Cheese and Garnish

  • 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Bread: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slice the loaf of French bread lengthwise, cutting through the height of the bread to create two halves. Prepare two sheets of aluminum foil, each about 24 inches long, placing them slightly overlapping on a rimmed cookie sheet. Position the bread halves cut side up on the baking sheet lined with foil.
  2. Make Garlic Butter Spread: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened salted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to form a flavorful garlic butter. Spoon and evenly spread this mixture over the entire surface of both bread halves, making sure to coat the edges thoroughly so they do not burn during baking.
  3. Wrap and Bake Bread: Wrap the foil over the bread snugly, crimp the edges, and roll up the ends of the foil to create a sealed packet. Bake the wrapped bread in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. This step allows the bread to absorb the garlic butter flavors while softening slightly.
  4. Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Carefully remove the bread from the oven and open the foil. Roll the foil inward to expose the bread. Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the bread. Return the bread to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 6 minutes. For a crisper top and golden cheese, broil during the last 1 to 2 minutes, keeping a very close watch to prevent burning. No adjustment of the oven rack is necessary.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once the cheese is bubbly and golden, remove the bread from the oven. Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh parsley evenly over the top. Slice the bread into portions and serve warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
  • Use day-old or slightly stale French bread for better texture when baking.
  • Covering the bread during the first bake prevents it from drying out while infusing flavor.
  • Keep a close eye during the broiling step to avoid burning the cheese or bread crust.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/cheesy-garlic-bread-recipe/