Classic Garlic Bread

Name: Classic Garlic Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Italian or French bread loaf about 12 inches long, halved lengthwise; French bread loaf; 6 tbsp unsalted butter softened to room temperature; 4 cloves garlic finely minced or pressed; 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.125 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese finely grated

Side25 min6 servingsEasy

About this recipe

Golden, buttery, and packed with garlicky flavor — this classic garlic bread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. A rich herb butter is slathered onto a crusty Italian loaf, then baked until crispy on the edges and perfectly soft in the middle. Simple, reliable, and absolutely irresistible alongside pasta, soups, or salads.

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to ![375°F]. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly with a fork until everything is evenly incorporated. If using, stir in the Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
3
Slice the Italian or French bread loaf in half lengthwise so you have two long flat halves. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
4
Spread the garlic butter evenly across the cut surface of both bread halves, all the way to the edges so every bite is flavorful.
5
Bake at ![375°F] for 10–12 minutes, until the butter is fully melted and the bread is heated through and just starting to turn golden at the edges.
6
Switch the oven to ^[broil on HIGH]. Broiler the bread for 1–3 minutes, watching closely, until the top is golden brown and crispy. Do not walk away — it can go from golden to burnt very quickly!
7
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1–2 minutes. Slice into individual portions (about 2-inch pieces) using a serrated bread knife and serve immediately.

Classic Garlic Bread

Side25 min6 servingsEasy

About this recipe

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to ![375°F]. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly with a fork until everything is evenly incorporated. If using, stir in the Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
3
Slice the Italian or French bread loaf in half lengthwise so you have two long flat halves. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
4
Spread the garlic butter evenly across the cut surface of both bread halves, all the way to the edges so every bite is flavorful.
5
Bake at ![375°F] for 10–12 minutes, until the butter is fully melted and the bread is heated through and just starting to turn golden at the edges.
6
Switch the oven to ^[broil on HIGH]. Broiler the bread for 1–3 minutes, watching closely, until the top is golden brown and crispy. Do not walk away — it can go from golden to burnt very quickly!
7
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1–2 minutes. Slice into individual portions (about 2-inch pieces) using a serrated bread knife and serve immediately.