Easy Garlic Bread Recipe
Easy Garlic Bread is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring crusty bread topped with garlicky butter and herbs, then baked to golden perfection. It’s the ideal companion for pasta, soups, or salads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6–8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 French bread or Italian loaf
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or shredded mozzarella
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise or into thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix butter with garlic, parsley or seasoning, and salt. Stir in cheese or red pepper flakes if using.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Place bread on a baking sheet, buttered side up.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the butter is melted and edges are golden.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness—watch carefully.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Roasted garlic can be used instead of raw for a sweeter, milder flavor.
- For extra cheesy garlic bread, add shredded cheese before baking.
- Prepare in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Use different breads like ciabatta, sourdough, or baguette for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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