Cheesy Garlic Bread
Toasted garlic bread with melted mozzarella and cheddar, topped with fresh parsley. Crispy edges, soft inside, perfect for a comforting appetizer or side dish.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet for toasting bread
- 1 small bowl to mix garlic butter
Ingredients
- 1 small French baguette or Italian bread loaf
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and optional black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and place both halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over the bread, covering the edges for full flavor.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the bread, then add the cheddar cheese on top.
- Lightly sprinkle chopped parsley over the cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the bread for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optionally broil for 1–2 minutes to achieve golden-brown spots, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Balance butter quantity to keep bread crisp, not greasy.
- Broil briefly for attractive golden char marks.