Description
Crispy and buttery garlic bread that’s easy to make and perfect as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French bread (or Italian)
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.
- If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Wrap the bread in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, then unwrap and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
Avoid using cold butter for easier spreading and always preheat your oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: garlic bread, easy recipe, side dish, Italian cuisine, vegetarian