Description
Cheese Garlic Bread is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory garlic, melted cheese, and crispy bread into a delightful treat. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect as an appetizer at parties or a comforting side with pasta or soups, its irresistible aroma and satisfying texture make it hard to resist. Customize it with your favorite cheeses or herbs to create variations that suit your taste. Get ready to impress your guests with this deliciously cheesy garlic loaf that’s quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear!
Ingredients
- 1 baguette or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic until well combined.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter generously on each half.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across both halves.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, slice if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, try adding Italian herbs like oregano or basil. - Mix different cheeses such as cheddar or Parmesan for a unique twist. - For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes before baking.