Homemade Garlic Bread
A classic, buttery, and aromatic side dish that pairs perfectly with pasta or soup, featuring a crispy golden crust and a soft, garlicky center.
Ingredients
- •1 loaf French bread or Italian baguette
- •1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- •4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- •2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- •1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- •1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, and salt until well blended.
- 3
Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise and place both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
Spread the garlic butter mixture generously and evenly over the cut surfaces of the bread.
- 5
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the butter is bubbling.
- 6
For extra crispiness, turn the oven to broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- 7
Remove from the oven, let cool for two minutes, then slice into individual portions and serve warm.
💡 Chef tips
- For a pareve version, substitute the butter with high-quality olive oil and omit the Parmesan cheese.
- You can assemble the bread ahead of time, wrap it tightly in foil, and freeze it for up to one month; bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the cook time.
- Use a serrated bread knife to slice the loaf to ensure you don't crush the soft interior of the bread.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bread should be golden-brown and crispy on the edges with a fragrant, savory garlic aroma and a rich, buttery melt-in-your-mouth texture.