In a Pinch Garlic Bread
When time is tight but cravings call, "In a Pinch Garlic Bread" is your go-to solution for a quick and irresistible side dish. With just five minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples—like garlic powder, dried parsley, and a crusty loaf of bread—you can whip up golden, buttery garlic bread that's bursting with flavor. The optional sprinkle of parmesan cheese adds a nutty richness, elevating this simple recipe into something special. Perfect as an accompaniment to pasta, soups, or salads, its crisp edges and aromatic garlic butter make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate quick comfort food for garlic lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette or crusty bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette or crusty bread in half lengthwise, then into smaller serving-sized pieces if desired.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 15-second intervals until fully liquid.
Stir the garlic powder, dried parsley, and salt into the melted butter. If using parmesan cheese, mix it in as well.
Using a pastry brush or spoon, generously spread the butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
Place the bread pieces on a baking sheet, cut side up, and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy on the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the garlic bread cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, accompaniment to soups, or base for bruschetta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2940 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.9 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*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.
