Irresistibly Cheesy Garlic Bread for Cozy Nights In

This Garlic Bread with Cheese will elevate your dining experience with its deliciously cheesy, garlicky flavors, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Total Time 27

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

1 loaf French or Italian Bread day-old is ideal to prevent sogginess

For the Garlic Butter

½ cup Unsalted Butter softened to room temperature
4 cloves Fresh Garlic Cloves minced finely
¼ cup Fresh Parsley can be replaced with basil or other herbs
to taste Salt and Pepper for enhancing flavor

For the Cheese Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Mixing bowl
spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Bread with Cheese

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Let the unsalted butter soften at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
Mix the softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Slice the French or Italian bread in half horizontally and place cut sides up on the baking sheet.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves of the bread.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese across the buttered surfaces.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges turn golden brown.
Broil for an extra 1-2 minutes for added crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best results, use freshly shredded mozzarella and ensure even slicing of the bread.

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