Description
Buttery, crisp, and bursting with garlic flavor, this quick and easy garlic bread is the ultimate side dish for pasta, soups, or as a stand-alone snack. Made with fresh ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
1 baguette or loaf of Italian bread
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the baguette or Italian loaf in half lengthwise.
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over the bread’s cut sides.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, if using, over the buttered bread.
- Place bread halves on a baking sheet with the buttered side facing up.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crisp. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Slice into pieces and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but pre-minced garlic works in a pinch.
Variations include adding mozzarella, herbs, or a spicy twist with red pepper flakes.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread.
Prep garlic butter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 210 kcal (per serving, based on 6 servings)
