Jul 14 2026
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Garlic Bread Recipe

Inspired by River & Rye
Time30m
Serves4

Make Garlic Bread Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Bread

Garlic Butter

Optional Toppings

Method

Preparation of Garlic Butter

  1. 1

    Soften the Butter

    In a medium bowl, allow the unsalted butter to come to room temperature until soft.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the softened butter.

  3. 3

    Mix in Ingredients

    Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the butter mixture along with salt and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Bread Preparation

  1. 4

    Slice the Bread

    Take the loaf of baguette or Italian bread and slice it in half lengthwise.

  2. 5

    Spread the Garlic Butter

    Generously spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.

Baking

  1. 6

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 7

    Add Optional Toppings

    If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and/or mozzarella cheese over the garlic buttered bread.

  3. 8

    Bake the Bread

    Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.

Serving

  1. 9

    Cool and Slice

    Once baked, remove the garlic bread from the oven. Allow it to cool for a minute, then slice into smaller pieces.

  2. 10

    Serve Warm

    Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer.

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