Garlic Bread (wood Oven Baked) Recipe
Toasted ciabatta with roasted garlic, olive oil, romano and spices. Served with marinara
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Ingredients
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Bread
Garlic Mixture
Marinara Sauce
Method
Prepare the Garlic Mixture
- 1
Roast the Garlic
Preheat the wood oven to approximately 400°F (200°C). Cut the tops off the garlic cloves to expose the insides. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil. Place in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- 2
Make the Garlic Spread
Once roasted, squeeze the garlic cloves out of their skins into a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and grated Romano cheese. Mash together until well combined.
Prepare the Ciabatta
- 3
Slice the Bread
Cut the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise to create two long pieces. You can also slice it into smaller pieces if preferred.
- 4
Spread the Garlic Mixture
Spread the garlic mixture evenly over the cut sides of the ciabatta bread.
Bake the Garlic Bread
- 5
Bake in Wood Oven
Place the ciabatta bread halves in the wood oven directly on the oven floor or on a baking tray. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Prepare Marinara Sauce
- 6
Cook the Marinara
In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Then add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Finish the Sauce
Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
- 8
Plate and Serve
Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Cut into pieces and serve warm with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.