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Garlic Bread

Crispy oven-baked garlic bread with buttery, garlicky flavor and a golden crust.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Component
  • 1 loaf French or Italian bread halved
  • 100 g unsalted butter softened
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Optional Additions
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella or parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes

Equipment

  • baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray.
  2. Slice bread lengthwise and place cut-side up.
  3. Mix butter, garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread mixture evenly over bread.
  5. Add optional toppings like cheese.
  6. Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden.
  7. Broil briefly for extra crispiness if desired.
  8. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor and watch closely while broiling to prevent burning.