Garlic Bread Cheese (Print)
Golden crusty bread layered with garlic butter, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a flavorful bite.
# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 large baguette or Italian loaf
→ Garlic Butter
02 - 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Cheese Topping
07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice the baguette in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3 to 4 pieces for serving.
03 - Combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until evenly mixed.
04 - Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides of the bread pieces.
05 - Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella followed by grated Parmesan on top of the buttered bread.
06 - Place the bread pieces cheese-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.
08 - Cut additional slices if desired and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
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- This recipe feels like a cozy secret you share only with your closest friends because it turns ordinary bread into an unforgettable treat
- I fell in love with how easy it is to customize the cheese and garlic butter to match my mood or the occasion
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- Make sure your butter is softened at room temperature so it blends evenly without clumps
- Switching up cheeses completely changes the flavor profile—don’t hesitate to experiment beyond mozzarella and Parmesan
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- Experiment with mixing cheeses: mozzarella gives melt, Parmesan adds sharpness, and a little fontina or provolone adds creaminess
- The secret to perfect garlic bread is not just the garlic butter but baking it long enough for edges to crisp without burning the garlic