Description
Homemade sourdough garlic bread brings rustic Italian flavors to kitchen tables worldwide. Crisp edges, rich garlic notes, and tender crumb invite hearty enjoyment with each delectable slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz (396 grams) sourdough loaf
- 10 tbsps (150 mL) unsalted butter
- 12 cloves garlic, peeled
- ½ cup (50 grams) parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tsps Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsps parsley, roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Craft a fan-like sourdough loaf by slicing 1-inch thick cuts without fully separating, positioned on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Garlic Infusion: Roast whole garlic cloves and red pepper flakes in olive oil at 350℉ for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender, creating a fragrant base for the butter mixture.
- Flavor Fusion: Mash cooled roasted garlic and combine with softened butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, fresh parsley, grated parmesan, and a hint of salt in a mixing bowl, creating a rich, aromatic spread.
- Bread Filling: Delicately separate bread slices and generously coat each crevice with the garlic herb butter, ensuring complete flavor saturation and even distribution.
- Baking Technique: Wrap the prepared loaf in aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, then unwrap and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior with intensely infused flavors.
Notes
- Slice Strategically: Cut bread into 1-inch thick slices without fully separating, creating a fan-like design for maximum butter absorption and even flavor distribution.
- Roast Garlic Gently: Slow-roast garlic cloves with red pepper flakes at 350℉ for 20-25 minutes to develop rich, mellow flavor without burning.
- Blend Butter Thoroughly: Mix roasted garlic with room-temperature butter, ensuring smooth incorporation of herbs, cheese, and seasonings for a consistent, creamy spread.
- Bake for Perfection: Cover with foil initially to infuse flavors, then uncover for final 5 minutes to create a crispy, golden-brown crust that’s irresistibly crunchy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg