The Best Easy Garlic Bread Recipe
Garlic Bread is buttery, crisp, and packed with flavor. The perfect side for any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian or French bread loaf
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- For garnish: Additional parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Bread: Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise and place both halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and sea salt. Mix until well combined.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread.
- Bake: Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden brown.
- Add Cheese (Optional): If adding cheese, sprinkle it over the bread during the last 2 minutes of baking to allow it to melt without becoming too crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice into 1-inch pieces, and serve warm.