Description
Homemade garlic bread with cheese delivers a mouthwatering fusion of crusty bread, melted cheese, and aromatic garlic. Quick preparation and simple ingredients make this comfort classic perfect for gatherings or solo indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread (454 g / 1 lb)
- 1 stick salted butter (113 g / 4 oz), room temperature
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Italian salad dressing
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), setting the stage for a delectable garlic bread experience.
- Flavor Infusion: Craft a velvety spread by combining butter, minced garlic, Italian dressing, and mozzarella cheese, blending until a harmonious mixture forms.
- Bread Preparation: Slice the French bread lengthwise, exposing its tender crumb.
- Coating Application: Lavishly spread the garlic-cheese mixture across both bread halves, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Cheese Layering: Generously dust the surface with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, creating a luxurious dairy blanket.
- Baking Process: Transfer the bread to a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven, baking for 10 minutes until the cheese begins to melt and bubble.
- Browning Stage: Elevate the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and continue baking for an additional 8 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a golden, crispy crust without scorching.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from the oven, allowing the cheese to settle briefly, then slice into delectable portions and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- Butter Softening Tip: Ensure butter is at room temperature for seamless mixing with garlic and cheese, creating a smoother, more evenly distributed spread.
- Bread Selection Strategy: Choose a fresh, high-quality French bread with a crusty exterior and soft interior for optimal texture and flavor absorption.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Watch carefully during the final 8 minutes of baking to prevent burning while achieving a perfectly golden-brown, crispy cheese crust.
- Serving Suggestion: Let the garlic bread rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow cheese to set and flavors to meld, ensuring a more cohesive and enjoyable eating experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 492 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 49 mg