Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of Italian bread, sliced lengthwise
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the Italian bread lengthwise into two even halves.
- Make the Garlic Butter: Combine softened butter and minced garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the Cheeses: In a separate bowl, mix Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread garlic butter on the bread, top with cheese mixture. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Soften butter completely for easy mixing.
- Bake in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Broil for the last minute for extra crispiness, watching carefully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg