Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe
The ultimate garlic bread recipe - now with cheese! French bread is generously buttered and baked, then crowned with a layer of shredded cheese and baked again until irresistibly melty and delicious. It's incredibly easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion!
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Servings: 10 Slices
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz loaf of French or Italian bread
- 1/4 cup salted butter softened
- 2 Tbsp olive oil not extra virgin*
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic or 1 tsp granulated garlic
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Halve the bread lengthwise. Prepare a baking sheet by layering it with two slightly overlapping 24-inch pieces of foil.
- In a bowl, combine the softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper with a fork until well mixed. Spread this mixture generously over the cut sides of the bread, ensuring even coverage to the edges to prevent burning. Wrap the bread in foil, sealing the edges, and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the bread from the oven, unwrap the foil, and fold it inward. Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the bread. Return it to the oven, baking uncovered for an additional 5-6 minutes. For a crispier texture and a more golden finish, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, without moving the oven rack. Once done, sprinkle with fresh parsley, slice, and serve warm.