Homemade Garlic Bread: A Classic and Flavorful Side Dish

Homemade Garlic Bread is a timeless favorite that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes, from pasta to soups and salads. With its crispy crust and buttery garlic spread, this bread is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Equipment:

• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Spoon or brush
• Oven

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Slice the Bread:
   • Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
4. Bake the Bread:
   • Place the bread halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the butter is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve:
   • Slice the garlic bread into pieces and serve warm.

Tips:

• For extra cheesy garlic bread, sprinkle additional Parmesan or mozzarella cheese on top before baking.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter for a bit of heat.

Homemade Garlic Bread is a simple and delicious side dish that enhances any meal. With its rich, garlicky flavor and perfect crunch, this bread is sure to become a staple at your dinner table.

Homemade Garlic Bread

Homemade Garlic Bread is a timeless favorite that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes, from pasta to soups and salads. With its crispy crust and buttery garlic spread, this bread is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

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Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Spoon or brush
• Oven

Ingredients

  

• 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3-4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Prepare the Garlic Butter:
• In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
• Slice the Bread:
• Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
• Bake the Bread:
• Place the bread halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the butter is melted and bubbly.

Notes

For extra cheesy garlic bread, sprinkle additional Parmesan or mozzarella cheese on top before baking.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter for a bit of heat.