Description
Indulge in this irresistible Cheesy Bread Recipe that combines garlic-infused butter, gooey mozzarella, and savory Parmesan on a crispy loaf for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread (halved lengthwise)
Garlic Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Topping:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the halved bread cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
- Prepare garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Spread the garlic butter evenly over each bread half.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over both halves, then top with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or use a blend of cheeses like cheddar and provolone.
- This bread pairs perfectly with soups, salads, or pasta dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish or Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
