Garlic Bread Recipe
This homemade Garlic Bread Recipe delivers warm, crunchy, buttery perfection in just 20 minutes—ideal as an Italian-style appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 Italian bread sliced lengthwise
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated (optional)
- ½ tsp sea salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- crushed red pepper flakes pinch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a medium bowl, mash the softened butter and mix in minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until well blended.
- Spread the seasoned butter evenly over the cut sides of the bread. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese if using.
- Place both halves, butter-side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden-brown edges appear. For extra crunch, broil for the last 1–2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a couple of minutes, then slice into serving pieces with a serrated knife. Enjoy the garlicky goodness!
Notes
Use room-temperature butter for easy spreading. Opt for fresh garlic for the best flavor. Choose a sturdy crust bread for better texture under the butter. For extra flavor variations, try the suggested additions like herbs, cheese, or spicy jalapeños.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
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