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Easy Garlic Bread

This easy garlic bread recipe delivers a crispy outside, soft buttery center, and fresh garlic flavor. Perfect as a side dish for pasta, soups, or salads.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf French bread or baguette sliced lengthwise
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 5 cloves Fresh garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt or to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt until well combined.
  3. Place the bread halves cut-side up on the baking sheet and spread the garlic butter evenly over the surface.
  4. Sprinkle Parmesan or mozzarella cheese on top if using.
  5. Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and fragrant. Broil for 1–2 minutes if a crispier top is desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, replace half of the butter with olive oil. Serve immediately for best texture.