Every pasta needs a Partner in Crime. You can easily make your own cheesy garlic bread at home.

Warm, cheesy and better tasting than anything that came in a box.

This cheesy garlic bread takes the classic to the next level with a rich garlic herb butter spread that melts into every bite.

Cheesy Garlic Bread
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Cheesy Garlic Bread

Course: SidesDifficulty: Easy
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

12

minutes
Total time

25

minutes

Cheesy garlic bread is so easy to make and sure to be a family favorite. This bread is loaded with cheeses and fresh herbs and is ready in 10 minutes. It is the perfect pair for any Italian dish or soup.

Ingredients

  • 1 Loaf French Bread

  • 1 stick salted butter, softened

  • 1-2 Tbs olive oil

  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder

  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning

  • 4 Fresh Garlic Cloves, minced

  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flake

  • 1 Tbs Fresh Parsley , chopped

  • 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan

  • 1 and 1/3 cup Shredded Mozzarella

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 400° F
    -Line a sheet pan in foil or parchment paper for easy clean up. Lightly spray with a non stick coating and set aside.
  • Prepare the bread
    -Slice the bread in half lengthwise and lay the halves face up on the sheet pan.
  • Make the garlic butter spread
    -Combine butter, olive oil, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, Italian seasoning, fresh herbs ,garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, and 1/3 cups of the mozzarella cheese until smooth.
    -Spread this on the bread halves on top with remaining mozzarella cheese and additional herbs if you’d like.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes
    -Bake until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Broil for the last 1-2 minutes if you want the bread to be a little crispier.

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Add extra fresh herbs into your butter for additional flavor. I used parsley, oregano, and a little thyme.
  • Leave the red pepper flakes out to remove the heat.
  • If you begin to notice the bread baking too quickly, add a foil covering to prevent browning.
  • Try using different cheese. Use any blend of cheeses that melt well.