Description
A simple and delicious garlic bread recipe that combines crusty bread with a rich garlic butter spread for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of crusty bread
- 1/2 cup softened salted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both halves.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and toasted.
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
For a cheesy garlic bread, consider adding shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan near the end of baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: garlic bread, side dish, Italian, quick recipe, easy