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garlic bread recipe oven
Aldrick Winters

garlic bread recipe oven

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this oven-baked garlic bread is loaded with buttery garlic flavor and a light herbal aroma. It’s the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, or casual family dinners. Quick to prepare and always a crowd favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread sliced lengthwise
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Bread knife
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Slice the loaf of bread lengthwise and place both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
  4. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut surfaces of the bread, making sure to cover all edges.
  5. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top if using.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn golden and the butter is fully melted.
  7. For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes until the top becomes lightly toasted and fragrant. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool for 1 minute, then slice into serving pieces and serve warm.

Video

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for the best flavor.For extra cheesy
  • garlic bread, add shredded mozzarella before baking.If the bread starts
  • browning too quickly, loosely cover with foil while finishing the bake.