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House Favorite Garlic Bread Recipe

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This House Favorite Garlic Bread recipe features a crisp, golden crust with a rich, buttery garlic spread enhanced by Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Quick to prepare and perfect as a side or appetizer, this garlic bread offers a delightful balance of flavors in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Garlic Butter Mixture

  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, cut into chunks
  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Bread

  • Half a loaf of French bread (about 8 ounces), or a full loaf of Italian bread

Instructions

  1. Prep: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Slightly soften the butter by microwaving it in short increments to make mixing easier.
  2. Grate Garlic: Grate the fresh garlic clove directly into the softened butter to infuse the butter with robust garlic flavor.
  3. Mix Parmesan and Parsley: Add garlic powder, finely grated Parmesan cheese, and minced fresh parsley to the garlic butter. Stir thoroughly until well combined. If the mixture feels too runny, refrigerate for a few minutes to firm up.
  4. Prepare Bread: Cut the bread in half horizontally to create two large slices. Spread a thick, even layer of the prepared garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
  5. Bake: Place the buttered bread halves in the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes until the bread is toasted and the edges are golden. For more browning, bake an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Serve: Remove the garlic bread from the oven, slice into desired serving pieces, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious homemade garlic bread!

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a stronger, fresher garlic flavor.
  • If you prefer extra cheesy bread, sprinkle additional Parmesan on top before baking.
  • For a crispier crust, broil for the last 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to prevent burning.
  • This garlic bread pairs well with pasta dishes, soups, and salads.
  • Butter can be substituted with margarine or olive oil for different flavor profiles or dietary needs.

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