Topping for French Bread
Transform your French bread into an irresistible appetizer or side dish with this savory 'Topping for French Bread' recipe! Featuring a rich blend of creamy unsalted butter, aromatic minced garlic, freshly grated Parmesan, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this topping is elevated further with the herby flavors of parsley and oregano. A hint of olive oil ties everything together, creating a perfectly crispy, golden topping after just 10 minutes in the oven. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to serve alongside soups, pasta dishes, or as a standalone treat. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this upgraded French bread will become a go-to favorite in your recipe rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 whole French bread loaf
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise to create two open-faced halves.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Spread the mixture evenly over the cut sides of the French bread halves, ensuring the entire surface is coated generously.
Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet, topping side up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.
Optional: For extra crispiness, broil the bread on high for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Slice into portions and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.4 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 4848 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 81.9 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1411 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 718 mg | 15% | |
*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.
