Description
Savory Italian garlic bread dances with herb-infused butter and melted mozzarella, creating a mouthwatering symphony of flavors. Crispy edges and gooey cheese invite you to indulge in this irresistible side dish that elevates any meal with authentic Italian charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf French bread
- 1 cup (226 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
Butter and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Create a flavorful herb butter by gently melting butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in garlic powder and dried parsley until fully incorporated.
- Arrange bread slices evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Using a pastry brush, coat each bread slice thoroughly with the aromatic herb butter mixture, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the bread for approximately 10 minutes until edges turn light golden and crisp.
- Remove the bread from the oven and generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella over each slice, allowing some cheese to cascade onto the baking sheet.
- Drizzle any remaining herb butter across the cheese-topped bread for extra flavor intensity.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, watching carefully until the cheese melts completely and develops a bubbly, golden-brown surface.
- Remove from the oven and let the garlic bread rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Choose a sturdy, crusty Italian or French bread for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like basil or thyme instead of dried parsley to elevate the taste profile.
- For a lighter version, use olive oil instead of butter and reduce the amount of cheese used.
- Customize the garlic intensity by adjusting the amount of garlic powder or using fresh minced garlic for a more robust flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 313
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg