Description
Cheesy Garlic Bread is the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy baguette with rich garlic butter and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying solo, this easy-to-make dish will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that promises to delight your taste buds. Whether served alongside pasta or as a standalone snack, this Cheesy Garlic Bread is bound to become a go-to favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic until smooth; add salt if desired.
- Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter generously over both halves.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly on top of the buttered bread.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Mix different cheeses like cheddar or Gruyere for added flavor. - For a spicy kick, incorporate red pepper flakes into the garlic butter. - Leftovers can be stored in foil in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for optimal crispiness.