Description
This Garlic Lover’s Garlic Bread with Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Herbs is an irresistible blend of roasted garlic, fresh garlic, and garlic powder combined with creamy butter, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs spread over crusty Italian or French bread. Baked to golden perfection and optionally broiled for extra crispiness, this garlic bread is perfect alongside pastas, soups, or salads for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Roasted Garlic
- 1 loaf Italian or French bread (approx. 16 ounces), sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 head garlic
- 1-2 teaspoons olive oil
Garlic Herb Butter
- ½ cup very soft unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 8 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped leafy fresh herbs (e.g. basil, parsley, oregano, etc.)
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F, positioning a rack in the center to ensure even baking.
- Roast Garlic: Remove excess paper from the head of garlic and slice off the top to expose the cloves. Lightly drizzle with olive oil, wrap tightly in foil, and place on a small baking sheet. Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the garlic is fragrant and golden. Remove and allow to cool.
- Prepare Garlic Herb Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, finely chopped fresh garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh herbs, garlic powder, and dried Italian seasoning. Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste. Once the roasted garlic is cool enough, squeeze cloves from the head and incorporate them into the butter mixture thoroughly.
- Spread Butter on Bread: Generously spread the prepared garlic herb butter over the cut sides of the halved loaf of bread, ensuring an even layer.
- Bake Garlic Bread: Place the buttered bread halves on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until warmed through and lightly toasted.
- Optional Broil for Crispiness: For extra golden crisp, switch on the broiler and broil the bread on the center rack for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crisp. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove the garlic bread from the oven, transfer onto a cutting board, and slice into 16 individual pieces using a serrated knife. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta dishes, soups, or salads. Enjoy the rich, garlicky flavor!
Notes
- This recipe features a triple garlic flavor with roasted garlic, fresh garlic, and garlic powder delivering an intense, complex garlic taste.
- The garlic herb butter is enhanced with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese for a deliciously savory spread.
- Optionally broiling the bread at the end adds a crisp, golden crust for extra texture.
- Pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes including pastas, soups, and salads for a complete meal.
- Using Italian or French bread with a sturdy crust and soft inside provides an ideal base for this rich garlic butter blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 158 calories
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 255.4 mg
- Fat: 7.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18.5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4.8 g
- Cholesterol: 17.1 mg
