Description
Homemade Garlic Bread carries a kind of kitchen magic that instantly transports me back to childhood dinners at my grandmother’s table. She had a way of making even the simplest dishes feel extraordinary, and her garlic bread was no exception.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf French bread or Italian baguette (about 12–16 oz)
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- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
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- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
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- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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- ¼ tsp black pepper
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- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Equipment Needed
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- Mixing bowl
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- Chef’s knife & cutting board
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- Baking sheet
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- Aluminum foil (optional)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Bread
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread lengthwise (for softer garlic bread) or into 1-inch thick slices (for extra crispy edges).
2. Make the Garlic Butter
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Spread the Butter Mixture
- Generously spread the garlic butter on both halves of the bread (or on each slice).
- For extra richness, drizzle with a little olive oil before baking.
4. Bake to Perfection
- For Soft Garlic Bread: Wrap in foil and bake for 10-12 minutes, then unwrap and broil for 1-2 minutes for a golden top.
- For Crispy Garlic Bread: Place directly on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Slice and serve warm. Garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired.