Description
This classic garlic bread recipe uses sliced bread and a flavorful garlic butter spread to create a crispy, golden toasted treat perfect as a side or appetizer. The recipe is simple and quick, taking only 20 minutes from start to finish, making it an easy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Garlic Butter Spread
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6-8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Bread
- 1 loaf of sliced bread (16 slices)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for toasting the garlic bread evenly.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, finely chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated. If you like, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
- Spread on Bread: Arrange the sliced bread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Generously spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over each slice, ensuring each piece gets plenty of the garlicky spread.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges of the bread become crispy and golden brown.
- Broil for Extra Crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, switch the oven to broil and broil the garlic bread for an additional 1 minute. Be sure to watch closely to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove the garlic bread from the oven and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm as a delicious side or appetizer.
Notes
- Using softened unsalted butter helps the garlic spread evenly over the bread slices.
- Adjust garlic amount to your taste preference; more garlic for a stronger flavor or less for subtle taste.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice savory kick.
- Keep an eye while broiling since the bread can burn quickly.
- Best served warm to enjoy the crispy outside and buttery inside texture.
