Description
Indulge in the ultimate cheesy and garlicky delight with this Epic Stuffed Garlic Bread recipe. Perfect for parties or as a savory snack, this pull-apart bread is oozing with a flavorful blend of cheeses and aromatic herbs, encased in a crispy crust.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 large loaf of French bread or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bread: Cut the loaf of bread into 1-inch slices without slicing all the way through.
- Make the garlic butter: Mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the garlic butter: Gently spread the mixture between each slice of bread.
- Stuff with cheese: Fill each slit with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake the bread: Wrap the loaf in foil, bake for 15 mins, then unwrap and bake for 8–10 mins until golden.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can swap cheddar with provolone for a different taste.
- For a meatier option, add cooked crumbled sausage or pepperoni between the slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg