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Easy Cheesy Garlic Bread Hack

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A quick and easy garlic bread recipe that delivers a crispy crust with gooey, melty cheese inside. Perfect for last-minute dinners, game nights, or any occasion needing a comforting side.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (about 57 grams)
  • 3–4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: dash of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 loaf French baguette or Italian bread, sliced lengthwise (about 12 inches / 30 cm)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese (about 150 grams)
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 50 grams)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and position the rack about 6 inches (15 cm) from the heat source.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves, chopped fresh parsley, a pinch of salt, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Slice the baguette or Italian loaf lengthwise into two even halves.
  4. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the buttered bread halves, then add sharp cheddar cheese on top. Optionally, grate Parmesan cheese over the top.
  6. Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully until cheese bubbles and turns golden brown and edges crisp up.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes to allow cheese to set.
  8. Slice crosswise into individual servings and serve warm.

Notes

Use softened butter for easy spreading. Watch the broiler closely after 3 minutes to avoid burning. Pat excess butter off if garlic bread feels greasy. Day-old bread works best. For gluten-free, use gluten-free baguette. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free cheese alternatives.

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