Ultimate Garlic Bread
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Ultimate Garlic Bread
Description
This recipe uses a large loaf of bread cut in half lengthwise and spread with a mixture of roasted garlic, melted unsalted butter, a variety of fresh minced herbs (oregano, basil, rosemary, parsley), freshly grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Wrapped in foil, the bread bakes at 400°F so the flavors absorb into the bread without drying it out.
The result is bread with a tender crumb and flavorful garlic herb spread. For a cheesier variation, shredded mozzarella can be sprinkled atop before slicing and returned to the oven to melt. For those wanting a crispier crust, additional uncovered baking time crisps the exterior while preserving the softness inside.
The bread serves well as a side or appetizer and freezes well for up to 3 months. It can be defrosted either at room temperature or gently warmed in the oven, maintaining the fresh baked texture.
Ingredients
- 1 large ciabatta bread I, loaf or French baguette
- 3 Tablespoons garlic roasted garlic
- 4 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 1/4 cup mixed fresh herbs oregano, basil, rosemary, parsley, minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Notes
- Choose your favorite crusty bread such as ciabatta or baguette as the base for best results.
- Roasted garlic provides a deeper garlic flavor than raw, enhancing the spread.
- Parmesan cheese adds savory flavor but not stretchiness; use mozzarella if you want melted cheese topping.
- For a crunchier crust and soft interior, bake uncovered about 8 minutes longer after initial baking.
- Store the wrapped bread in the freezer for up to 3 months; thaw in foil in the oven or at room temperature before reheating.
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Overall Rating
5
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