Easy Cheesy Garlic Bread
A delicious and quick side dish combining crispy French bread with buttery garlic and two types of cheese, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread Preferably unsliced
- 1/2 cup salted butter (softened) Can substitute with unsalted butter, add salt as desired
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) Use fresh garlic for stronger flavor
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup Colby jack cheese (shredded) Feel free to use any other cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- to taste fresh chopped parsley for garnish Add just before serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut the French bread loaf lengthwise and place it on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, garlic powder, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread this mixture evenly on each side of the garlic bread.
- Top the bread with the Colby Jack and mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the butter is melted and bubbly.
- For an extra crispy top, broil the bread for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Best served warm as a side dish with pasta, soups, or salads. Can be customized with herbs or spices. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven.