The Ultimate Garlic Bread Recipe
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The Ultimate Garlic Bread Recipe
Description
The Ultimate Garlic Bread Recipe uses a fresh French bread loaf sliced lengthwise, spread with a mixture of softened butter, olive oil, dried basil and oregano, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. The preparation is straightforward: the herb butter mixture is evenly applied to the cut bread surfaces, which are then broiled close to the heating element until the topping bubbles and the edges turn a golden brown.
This creates a crunchy, aromatic bread with the richness of butter and cheese, balanced by the brightness of herbs and sharpness of garlic. The broiling step ensures a quick cook and gives a slightly toasted texture on top, while the bread remains soft beneath.
Variations include using other bread types like Italian, ciabatta, sourdough, or sub rolls. If a broiler is not available, baking at 450°F or baking wrapped in foil at a lower temperature can achieve different textures from crispy to soft. Rotating the baking sheet during broiling helps even browning given broiler intensity variation.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread
- 1/2 cup butter softened, salted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon basil dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 4 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven broiler. Adjust the oven rack so it is 6–8 inches below the broiler element.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and place both halves cut side up on a baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, use a fork or spoon to combine softened butter, olive oil, dried basil, oregano, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
- Spread the butter mixture in a generous, even layer over the cut sides of the bread.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler. Broil the bread until the edges turn golden brown and the surface is bubbly, about 2–5 minutes. Watch it closely because how fast it cooks is dependent on how hot your broiler is and how close your rack is to the heating element.
- Remove the bread from the oven and slice into pieces for serving.
Notes
- Various bread types like Italian, ciabatta, sourdough, or sandwich bread can substitute French bread.
- Rotate the baking sheet under the broiler for even browning and watch carefully to prevent burning.
- If no broiler is available, bake at 450°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- For softer garlic bread, wrap in foil and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece | |
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 518mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 77mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 334IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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