Garlic Bread Loaf
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistibly aromatic Garlic Bread Loaf—a perfect blend of crusty French bread, rich garlic herb butter, and optional Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of savory goodness. This easy recipe transforms an ordinary loaf into a golden, buttery masterpiece thanks to a clever technique of scoring the bread to pack each slice with flavor. Freshly minced garlic and parsley create a fragrant spread, while a quick bake in foil locks in the moisture, and a final crisping step delivers the ultimate texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing side pairs beautifully with pasta, soup, or any Italian-inspired meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 whole French bread loaf
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Place the French bread loaf on a cutting board and use a sharp serrated knife to make diagonal cuts along the top of the loaf, spaced about 1 inch apart, ensuring you don't cut all the way through the bread.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese (if using), salt, and olive oil. Mix until well combined into a garlic herb butter.
Step 4
Carefully spread the garlic butter mixture into each of the cuts you made in the bread, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
Step 5
Wrap the loaf in aluminum foil, sealing it securely to prevent the bread from drying out while baking.
Step 6
Place the wrapped loaf directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 10 minutes.
Step 7
After 10 minutes, carefully open the foil to expose the top of the bread and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the top to crisp up.
Step 8
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Slice completely through the pre-cut sections and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 563.4 grams (563.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2118 |
| Total Fat 126.90g | 163% |
| Saturated Fat 66.70g | 334% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
| Cholesterol 266mg | 89% |
| Sodium 2965mg | 129% |
| Total Carbohydrate 205.00g | 75% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.30g | 40% |
| Total Sugars 6.30g | |
| Protein 41.90g | 84% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 254mg | 20% |
| Iron 15mg | 85% |
| Potassium 633mg | 13% |
Source of Calories