Description
A simple and delicious classic garlic bread recipe that pairs perfectly with pasta, soups, or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the bread in half lengthwise.
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves of the bread.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- For extra crispiness, broil the bread for the last 1-2 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
