Garlicky French Bread
Elevate your bread game with this irresistible recipe for Garlicky French Bread! Featuring a perfectly crisp French bread loaf slathered in a rich mixture of melted butter, freshly minced garlic, and fragrant parsley, this quick and easy recipe is a must-have for garlic bread lovers. A hint of olive oil enhances the flavors, while a sprinkle of optional Parmesan cheese adds a cheesy, indulgent twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this golden, garlicky delight is ideal as a comforting side dish for pasta or soups, or as a satisfying snack all on its own. Whether served on weeknights or at gatherings, this recipe will leave everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece French bread loaf
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise to create two long pieces.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave in 10-15 second increments until fully melted.
Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and olive oil to the melted butter. Stir until well combined.
Optional: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy flavor.
Using a spoon or brush, evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut-side up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
For extra crispiness, place the bread under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Remove the bread from the oven, allow it to cool for a minute or two, and then slice into smaller pieces for serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Garlicky French Bread as a side or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 942 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 169 mg | 4% | |
*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.
