California French Bread Better Than Garlic Bread

Transform your love for garlic bread with this irresistible recipe for California French Bread Better Than Garlic Bread! This elevated twist takes crusty French bread to the next level, featuring a rich buttery spread infused with fresh garlic, parsley, and basil for a burst of herbaceous flavor. Topped with a luscious duo of melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and the optional kick of red pepper flakes, every slice is packed with savory, cheesy goodness. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick bake in the oven, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or as the ultimate appetizer. Serve it warm for maximum indulgence and watch it disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 French bread loaf
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and place both halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the butter-herb mixture generously and evenly onto the cut sides of both bread halves.

Step 5

Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 6

If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle the red pepper flakes over the cheese layer.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.

Step 8

For an extra golden and bubbly finish, turn on the broiler for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Slice the bread into serving-sized pieces and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(382.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1777.3

Total Fat 162.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 386.3mg	0%
Sodium 2895.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1334.4mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 310.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.2%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 8.3%