Roasted Garlic Bread
Transform your next meal with the irresistible flavor of homemade Roasted Garlic Bread, a recipe that elevates a simple loaf into a golden, buttery masterpiece. This crowd-pleasing dish starts with whole garlic bulbs roasted to caramelized perfection, creating a rich, mellow garlic paste that is blended with creamy unsalted butter, fresh parsley, and a hint of salt. Spread generously over a crusty baguette and baked to crispy, golden-brown perfection, this garlicky delight is perfect as a side for pasta nights, soups, or as a standalone snack. With just 10 minutes of prep and a balance of bold and savory flavors, Roasted Garlic Bread is a must-try addition to your recipe collection, offering a comforting, gourmet touch with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 piece baguette or other crusty bread loaf
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut off the top quarter of each garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Place the garlic bulbs on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil per bulb, and tightly wrap the foil around them.
Roast the garlic bulbs in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
While the garlic is cooling, slice the baguette or crusty bread loaf horizontally into two halves. Set them aside.
Once the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the cloves out of their skins into a small bowl. Mash the cloves with a fork to create a smooth paste.
In a medium bowl, mix the roasted garlic paste with softened unsalted butter, chopped parsley, and salt until thoroughly combined.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
Place the bread, buttered sides up, on a baking sheet. Optional: For extra crispiness, you can broil the bread slices for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
Bake the bread in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and crispy.
Slice the roasted garlic bread into pieces and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 537 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 127 mg | 3% | |
*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.
