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Garlic Bread with Cheese Recipe

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This Garlic Bread with Cheese recipe is an irresistible side dish featuring crusty French bread topped with a flavorful garlic butter mixture, Italian salad dressing, Parmesan, and melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to golden perfection, it’s perfect for pairing with pasta, soups, or marinara sauce and serves as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Bread and Butter Mixture

  • 1 loaf French bread (about 1 lb.)
  • 1 stick salted butter (at room temperature)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley (to garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the garlic bread.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, Italian salad dressing, and 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated for a flavorful spread.
  3. Slice Bread: Carefully slice the French bread in half lengthwise, creating two long pieces with a flat surface to spread the butter mixture.
  4. Apply Garlic Butter: Spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves ensuring full coverage.
  5. Assemble Toppings: Place the bread halves butter side up on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top, followed by the remaining 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese for that cheesy finish.
  6. Bake at 350°F: Bake the assembled bread in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt perfectly.
  7. Increase Heat and Brown: Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and bake for an additional 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese starts to brown and bubble. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven, slice the bread into 1-inch pieces, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Enjoy alongside pasta, soup, or your favorite marinara sauce.

Notes

  • Using room temperature butter makes mixing easier and ensures smooth spreading.
  • Keep an eye on the bread during the final high-heat baking to avoid burning.
  • Fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness but can be omitted if preferred.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
  • Leftover garlic bread can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.

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