Garlic Bread Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bread Base
Garlic Butter
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation of Garlic Butter
- 1
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter until fully liquid.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic
Mince 4 garlic cloves finely and add to the melted butter, stirring to combine.
- 3
Add Seasoning
Stir in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper into the garlic butter mixture.
Assemble the Garlic Bread
- 4
Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise.
- 5
- 6
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and/or 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the garlic buttered bread.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Bread
Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly (if using).
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove the garlic bread from the oven, let it cool slightly, then cut into slices and serve warm.
