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I’m thrilled to share my go-to homemade garlic bread recipe with you! It’s a quick garlic bread that’ll make your taste buds dance. Whether you prefer Italian bread or French bread, this recipe works wonders.
Let’s talk about the star of the show – the garlic butter spread. It’s simple to whip up and turns ordinary bread into a mouthwatering treat. The best part? This recipe is budget-friendly, costing just $0.39 per serving.
Got a busy weeknight? No problem! This garlic bread comes together in a flash. It’s the perfect side dish for your favorite Italian meals or just about anything else you’re serving up.
5 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
This simple garlic bread recipe is a game-changer. It’s easy to make with just 4-5 basic ingredients. You’ll have delicious homemade garlic butter ready fast.
It’s perfect as a quick side dish. You can make it in 15 minutes, including prep and baking. That’s quicker than ordering takeout!
The taste is unbeatable. Homemade garlic butter tastes better than store-bought. It’s buttery, garlicky, and very satisfying.
You can customize it easily. Add Parmesan cheese or try different herbs. Make it your own!
It’s also freezer-friendly. Prepare a batch ahead and freeze it for later. It’s great for busy nights or surprise guests.
“This garlic bread recipe has become my go-to for every family dinner. It’s so easy and delicious!”
Try this recipe once, and you’ll love it. It’s simple yet full of flavor. Everyone will want more.
Exact Ingredients List (+ Possible Substitutes)
I love making garlic bread at home. I’m excited to share my go-to garlic bread ingredients with you. You’ll need a large loaf of French or Italian bread, about 24 inches long.
The star of the show is the garlic butter spread. It combines softened butter, olive oil, and fresh garlic.
- 1 large loaf French bread or Italian bread
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
If you’re missing some items, don’t worry. You can use unsalted butter and add extra salt. Or try a vegan butter substitute.
If you’re out of fresh garlic, garlic powder works too. Want to add more flavor? Sprinkle in some Parmesan cheese or Italian seasoning.
This recipe lets you create the perfect garlic butter spread. Try different herbs or cheeses to make it your own. The key is to use quality ingredients for the best-tasting garlic bread.
Instructions
Let’s learn how to make garlic bread that’s crispy outside and soft inside. First, I preheat my oven to 400°F. While it heats, I mix softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
This mix makes a tasty garlic butter spread. It’s what makes the garlic bread special.
Then, I slice a fresh loaf of bread lengthwise. I spread the garlic butter on both halves. This makes the bread full of flavor.
After that, I put the bread on a baking sheet, cut-side up. It’s now ready for the oven.
Baking time depends on how crispy you want your garlic bread. For a golden crust and soft inside, bake for 10-12 minutes. If you want it extra crispy, bake a bit longer. But watch it so it doesn’t burn!
When it’s done, I let it cool for a minute before slicing. Then, I cut it into 2-inch pieces. The result is crispy garlic bread that’s perfect to eat.
You can also prepare the bread and freeze it before baking. This means you always have garlic bread ready to bake!
“The secret to irresistible garlic bread lies in the perfect balance of butter, garlic, and herbs.”
Tips, Tricks & Storing
I love using soft French or Italian bread for garlic bread. It soaks up the garlic butter well! For extra flavor, mix in grated Parmesan or Italian herbs. Roasted garlic also makes it taste amazing.
There are many ways to store garlic bread. Freezing it is a good idea for having it ready anytime. Wrap it in foil or put it in a freezer bag before freezing. Then, bake it straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
If you have leftover garlic bread, don’t worry. You can keep it at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for three days. To reheat it, use your air fryer, microwave, or oven. Wrap it in foil in the oven to keep it moist. Soon, you’ll have warm, crispy garlic bread to enjoy again!