The BEST Garlic Bread Recipe
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4.9
The BEST Garlic Bread Recipe
Description
The BEST Garlic Bread Recipe uses a combination of softened butter, olive oil, freshly minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and kosher salt. The ingredients blend into a rich, aromatic spread with a balance of creamy butter, pungent garlic, salty cheese, and fresh herbs. The chosen bread, sliced lengthwise, is generously coated and baked at high heat until golden and crispy on the edges, while remaining tender inside.
The baking process crisps the garlic butter topping, infusing the bread with rich, deep flavors. The Parmesan adds a savory umami note that complements the garlic and herbs. This bread makes a comforting accompaniment to pasta, soups, or salads, or a flavorful appetizer.
The garlic butter mixture can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to two months—allowing the flavors to meld and providing convenience when ready to bake. Butter should be brought to room temperature before spreading for easy application. Parsley can be substituted with fresh basil, oregano, rosemary, or Italian seasoning blends as preferred.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic , peeled and minced or pressed
- ½ cup butter softened, salted
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese grated
- ¼ cup parsley fresh chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 Italian bread or French bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- In a small bowl, mix the pressed garlic with the softened butter, olive oil, grated Parmesan, parsley, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Cut the bread in half lengthwise and spread each cut side with the garlic butter. Place the two pieces on a sheet pan or directly on an oven rack, cut side up, and bake until toasted, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the oven, cut into 2-inch pieces, and serve warm.
Notes
- The garlic butter mix can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to 2 months.
- Bring butter to room temperature before spreading on bread for easier application.
- Feel free to substitute parsley with fresh basil, oregano, rosemary, or Italian seasoning as desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 58mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 358IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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