Garlic Parmesan Bread
This golden, buttery loaf features a savory crust of freshly grated Parmesan and aromatic garlic that pulls apart perfectly for any meal.
Ingredients
- •1 loaf crusty French or Italian bread
- •1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- •4 cloves garlic, minced
- •1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- •2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- •1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise or make deep diagonal cuts across the top without slicing all the way through to the bottom.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt until smooth.
- 4
Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut surfaces of the bread, ensuring it gets into the crevices.
- 5
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread.
- 6
Place the bread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- 7
Remove from the oven, let it cool for 2 minutes, and serve warm.
💡 Chef tips
- Use high-quality, freshly grated Parmesan rather than the pre-grated canned variety for a much better melt and deeper flavor.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- If you have leftovers, wrap the bread tightly in foil and store in the refrigerator; reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bread should have a crispy, golden-brown crust with a soft, buttery interior that smells intensely of roasted garlic and toasted cheese.