Great Garlic Bread
Transform your dinner table with this irresistible Great Garlic Bread—an easy, flavorful side dish loaded with bold garlicky goodness! Made with a crusty French baguette or Italian bread, this recipe combines rich, melted unsalted butter, freshly minced garlic, fragrant parsley, a touch of olive oil, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for the perfect savory bite. Baked to golden perfection in just 10 minutes, it’s crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and brimming with flavor. Perfect as a side for pasta dishes, soups, or salads, this crowd-pleasing garlic bread recipe is guaranteed to be the highlight of your meal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or elevating weeknight dinners, this quick and effortless recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette or Italian bread
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Slice the baguette or Italian bread in half lengthwise. If desired, cut it into smaller serving-size pieces.
In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter gently. Do not overheat.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the parsley. Add them to the melted butter along with the salt and olive oil. Mix well until combined.
Using a pastry brush or spoon, generously spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread.
Place the bread halves on the prepared baking sheet with the buttered sides facing up.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8–10 minutes, or until the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
Optional: For extra crispiness, turn on the broiler for the last 1–2 minutes. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Serve warm and enjoy as a side dish or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 3565 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.5 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
