Cheesy Garlic Bread
A delicious treat that combines melted cheese with garlic for a comforting snack or side dish.
Ingredients
For the garlic butter
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter Let it sit at room temperature until soft.
- 2 medium scallions Thinly sliced, with some reserved for garnish.
- 5 cloves garlic Mince the garlic.
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For the bread and cheese
- 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread (8 ounces) Cut in half horizontally.
- 3 ounces low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese Grate before using.
- 3 ounces Parmesan cheese Grate before using.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the unsalted butter in a small bowl and let it sit at room temperature until soft.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the Italian bread in half horizontally, then slice each half crosswise to create four pieces and arrange with cut sides up on the baking sheet.
- Thinly slice the scallions, saving about a tablespoon of the dark green parts for garnish, and add the remaining to the bowl with the butter.
- Add the minced garlic, mayonnaise, garlic powder, black pepper, sugar, and salt to the butter and scallion mixture. Stir until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly onto the cut sides of each piece of bread.
- Combine the grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in a bowl and sprinkle generously over the garlic buttered bread.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Serving
- Remove the bread from the oven, garnish with reserved scallions, slice if desired, and serve warm.
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Notes
Quality ingredients matter for the best taste. Feel free to customize the cheese or adjust the garlic level according to your preference.