Very Good Garlic Bread

Transform your mealtimes with this "Very Good Garlic Bread" recipe—a flavor-packed side dish that’s irresistibly golden, crisp, and buttery. Perfectly baked French baguette or Italian bread meets a luscious garlic butter blend, enriched with freshly minced garlic, fragrant parsley, and a hint of olive oil for added depth. A sprinkle of optional Parmesan cheese takes it to the next level, creating a savory, cheesy crust. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe goes from counter to table in just 20 minutes, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners, pasta nights, or casual gatherings. Whether you savor it warm from the oven or use it to soak up your favorite sauces, this homemade garlic bread guarantees a burst of garlicky goodness in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French baguette or Italian bread
• 113 grams Unsalted butter
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette or Italian bread in half lengthwise, creating two long halves. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 3

In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter over low heat or in short intervals in the microwave.

Step 4

Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the melted butter. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Using a pastry brush or spoon, evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread halves. Make sure the mixture is distributed evenly to cover all the edges.

Step 6

For extra flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the buttered halves (optional).

Step 7

Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the bread are golden brown.

Step 8

For a crispier texture, turn on the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes of baking. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 9

Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Slice the bread into individual pieces and serve warm. Enjoy your Very Good Garlic Bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(560.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2093.5

Total Fat 115.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 258.2mg	0%
Sodium 3555.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 6.1g
Protein 41.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 254.3mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 639.8mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 43.6%