Garlic Bread Recipe
Description:
Sounds difficult, but once you get the hang of it, it’s actually quite easy. This bread dresses up Italian meals, and it disappears fast! Make two loaves for company!
Ingredients:
- 1 large loaf of bread
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 212.1
- Fat Content: 13.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 32.1mg
- Sodium Content: 349.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 0.3g
- Protein Content: 4.2g
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Yield: 1 large loaf
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread:
- Slice the loaf, leaving the crust intact, into slices. It is important not to slice through the bottom. Set aside.
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Prepare the Butter Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and dried oregano. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Allow the butter mixture to sit on the counter for a while, so the flavors can travel all through the butter.
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Assemble the Garlic Bread:
- Take a length of foil and place the loaf lengthwise on the foil.
- Very gently, spread the slices apart, being careful not to break the bottom, and spread them with the butter mixture.
- Once all slices are spread, use any leftover butter to spread the top of the loaf.
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Bake the Garlic Bread:
- Wrap the sides of the foil up, leaving the top uncovered.
- Twist the ends of the foil to secure the loaf.
- Place the foil-wrapped loaf on a baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Garlic bread pairs perfectly with spaghetti or lasagna.
- If you’re baking lasagna, simply put the garlic bread in the oven with the lasagna for the last half hour of baking time.
Tips:
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra grated Parmesan cheese on top of the buttered loaf before baking.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices in the butter mixture to customize the flavor to your liking.
- Make sure to spread the butter mixture evenly on each slice of bread for consistent flavor throughout.
Reviews:
This garlic bread recipe has received a fantastic aggregated rating of 5 stars from 39 reviews. Users rave about its delicious flavor and how it perfectly complements Italian dishes. With its easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a hit among both experienced cooks and beginners alike! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
