Ingredients
Cheesy Garlic Bread Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread (or baguette)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened, olive oil base)
- 1/2 cup garlic dip (or homemade garlic sauce)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste (about 1/8 tsp each)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the bread.
- Prepare the Garlic Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the garlic dip, olive oil, softened butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Set aside.
- Slice the Bread: Take the French bread and slice it in half lengthwise to create two flat halves ready for topping.
- Apply the Garlic Mixture and Cheese: Evenly spread the prepared garlic mixture onto each bread half, ensuring full coverage. Then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the garlic mixture.
- Bake the Bread: Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 16 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and the bread is crispy and crusty on the edges.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the bread from the oven, slice into desired serving portions, and serve with extra garlic dip if desired. Enjoy your cheesy, flavorful garlic bread warm!
Notes
- For an extra crispy crust, you can broil the bread for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Use homemade garlic sauce for a fresher taste or substitute with any high-quality store-bought garlic dip.
- If you prefer a richer garlic flavor, increase the amount of garlic dip slightly.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, ensure the butter and cheeses do not contain animal-derived enzymes.
- Leftover cheesy garlic bread can be reheated in the oven for best texture; avoid microwaving as it can make the bread soggy.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
