New Orleans Spinach Garlic Bread

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible New Orleans Spinach Garlic Bread—a savory blend of creamy cheeses, fresh spinach, and bold Cajun flavors baked atop a golden French bread loaf. Perfectly crispy on the outside and luxuriously creamy on the inside, this quick-to-make dish combines sautéed garlic, melted cream cheese, and a trio of mozzarella, Parmesan, and Cajun seasoning for a Southern-inspired spin on classic garlic bread. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, game nights, or as a flavorful side. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness and serve it warm to experience the melty, cheesy goodness in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf French bread loaf
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Minced garlic
• 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they wilt down completely.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until it melts and forms a creamy mixture.

Step 6

Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture evenly onto the cut sides of the bread, spreading it to cover the surface.

Step 8

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the topping is bubbly.

Step 9

For a crispy finish, turn on the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh garnish.

Step 11

Cut the bread into slices and serve warm. Enjoy your New Orleans Spinach Garlic Bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1055.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3177.4

Total Fat 168.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 428.5mg	0%
Sodium 7202.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 104.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1590.5mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 1532.0mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 39.8%