Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for delicious garlic cheese bread:
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or any cheese of your choice)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter and minced garlic until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the bread: Cut the loaf of French or Italian bread in half horizontally. Place both halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread the garlic butter: Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut side of each bread half.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic butter layer. Then, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the mozzarella.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet with the prepared bread in the preheated oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
- Garnish (optional): If desired, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the melted cheese for added flavor and color.
- Serve: Once done, remove the garlic cheese bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into pieces and serve warm.
Enjoy your homemade garlic cheese bread as a delicious appetizer or side dish!
