Cheesy Italian Bread
Transform your next meal with this irresistible Cheesy Italian Bread, a perfect blend of golden, crispy edges, and gooey, melted goodness. This quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish and features classic Italian flavors, including garlic-infused butter, fresh parsley, and a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. A dash of oregano and a hint of black pepper elevate this savory delight into a true crowd-pleaser, whether served as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. With its simple ingredients and foolproof preparation, this cheesy garlic bread is the ultimate comfort food that pairs beautifully with pasta, soups, or even a crisp salad. Bake it to perfection, slice it up, and watch it disappear in minutes! Keywords: Cheesy Italian Bread, garlic bread recipe, mozzarella bread, easy Italian appetizer, side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Italian bread loaf
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.333 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Slice the Italian loaf horizontally in half, creating two flat halves. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Stir the chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper into the melted garlic butter mixture.
Using a pastry brush, generously spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of both bread halves, ensuring even coverage.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across both bread halves, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool for a minute or two. Cut into slices using a serrated knife and serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 348 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 47 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
