Oh yes 😄 Garlic bread is a classic favorite—crispy, buttery, and full of garlicky goodness. Here’s a simple, foolproof recipe:
Garlic Bread
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 1 loaf French bread, Italian bread, or baguette
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1–2 tsp garlic powder)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
1. Prep the bread
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise, or into thick slices if you prefer individual pieces.
2. Make the garlic butter
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt until well combined.
- Optional: Mix in Parmesan cheese for cheesy garlic bread.
3. Spread and bake
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut side(s) of the bread.
- Place on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Bake 10–15 minutes, until the bread is golden and the butter is melted.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a crispier top.
4. Serve
- Slice and serve warm with pasta, soups, or as a snack.
Tips
- Extra flavor: Add a pinch of Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper flakes to the butter.
- Make-ahead: Prepare garlic butter ahead of time and refrigerate—spread on bread just before baking.
- Crispier option: Wrap in foil and bake for soft garlic bread, or leave uncovered for a crisp crust.
I can also give a quick microwave + oven method for soft inside and crispy edges in under 10 minutes—perfect for last-minute garlic bread cravings.
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