Do you love garlic bread? Well, then you're going to love this recipe for garlic-stuffed cheesy bread. This dish is simple to make and it's loaded with gooey cheese and delicious garlic flavor. The entire family is going to love a slice (or two!).
Next time try the Cheesy Pizza Hut Breadsticks - easy to make with store-bought dough!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ 10 minutes prep!
✔️ Easy and simple dish that pairs well with most meals.
✔️ If you love cheesy bread, this is a must-try!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- French bread, Italian bread or Ciabatta bread
- softened butter
- parmesan cheese
- 6-7 garlic cloves - if you'd prefer substitute ¾ teaspoon garlic powder.
- salt and black pepper
- fresh parsley
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Pre heat oven to 375 degrees.
- Slice the loaf of bread into 8-10 slices.
- In a small bowl, mix butter with the parmesan cheese, minced parsley, chopped fresh garlic, salt and pepper.
- Liberally slather the butter mixture on each slice. If there's any leftover garlic mixture, spread it over the top of the loaf.
- Wrap the loaf of bread in aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Unwrap the top of the bread and. bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the bread. Delicious!
Equipment
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- Knife and cutting board
- Small mixing bowl
- Aluminum foil
FAQ's
Yes, you can! Just make sure the bread has cooled completely to room temperature. Wrap each slice in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it all in a freezer bag. It will keep for up to 3 months.
Store any leftover bread in an air-tight container and keep it refrigerated. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Just pop it in the oven at 350 degrees for 5 to 7 minutes or until it is warm again.
Tips
- Make sure you slice the bread into thin slices and pile on as much butter and cheese as you want!
- Though this might seem like a lot of garlic, but it's the perfect amount for a loaf of bread!
- Make sure that you uncover the top of the bread for the last few minutes of baking so that it gets nice and crispy.
- Garlic bread goes well with most Italian dishes. It's a perfect side dish to serve with spaghetti, lasagna, or any other pasta dish!
- This bread is best served warm and toasty for a fresh taste.
Variations
- You can add any of your favorite pizza toppings to the bread like pepperoni for pizza bread!
- If you love spicy foods add some jalapeno or cayenne pepper to add a little kick to this dish.
- Top this loaf with extra fresh parsley for additional flavor.
Storage
This bread is best served fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Related recipes
- Cheesy Pizza Hut Breadsticks are doughy, cheesy and full of garlic flavor.
- Skillet Cornbread is warm, sweet, buttery and makes for a great side dish with so many different meals.
- These Rolls from Frozen Dough is an easy side that serve with your favorite entree.
- This recipe for Air Fryer Garlic Bread Recipe is crispy on the outside with tender butter bread in the center - it's delicious!
More French bread ideas
Leftover French bread is terrific atop Homemade French Onion Soup!
This would be amazing as a base for homemade pizza bread too.
Serve with
- This would be fantastic served with this Sheet Pan Low Country Shrimp Boil.
- Frito Pie Casserole served with a side of garlic bread, YUM!
- A great salad would be amazing as well. Outback Wedge Salad is a simple and fresh side dish that is restaurant quality at home.
- Butter Cake is dense, gooey and is a simple way to end a delicious meal at home with your family.
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Garlic Stuffed Bread
Ingredients
- ½ cup softened butter
- ¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 6-7 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup minced parsley
- 1 loaf French or Ciabatta bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Slice the loaf of bread into 8-10 slices.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter with the parmesan cheese, minced parsley, minced garlic, salt and pepper.
- Liberally slather the compound butter on each slice. If there's any remaining garlic butter, spread it over the top of the loaf.
- Wrap the loaf of bread in aluminum foil and place on baking sheet. Bake for 20-26 minutes.
- Unwrap the top of the bread and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the top of the bread is golden brown.
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