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Homemade Garlic Bread

Buttery, garlicky, perfection—soft inside and a little toasty on the edges.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 121 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • ½ cup salted butter softened
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic minced, see notes for alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, combine butter, olive oil, garlic, and parsley until well mixed.
  3. Using a serrated knife, cut the bread in half lengthwise.
  4. Spread the cut sides of the bread with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with cheese if using. Place the halves, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden and toasted. Cut into slices and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use a knife to finely mince the garlic, or use a garlic press. 
  • Garlic powder: Fresh garlic can be replaced with 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder.
  • To prepare ahead: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
  • To Freeze: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
  • To bake from frozen: Thaw in the fridge overnight and bake as directed. To bake directly from frozen, leave the bread wrapped in foil and bake at 350°F for 28 to 32 minutes or until heated through and the butter is melted.

Nutrition Information

Calories 121 (6%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 161mg (7%) Potassium 20mg (1%) Vitamin A 205IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.6mg (1%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 121

% Daily Value*

Calories 121 6%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 161mg 7%
Potassium 20mg 0%
Vitamin A 205IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.6mg 1%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.