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slices of homemade garlic bread

The Best Homemade Garlic Bread

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian Inspired

Description

Learn how to make Homemade Garlic Bread from scratch, and you’ll never go back to store-bought again! This is the best homemade garlic bread with the perfect ratio of butter, garlic, and cheese. It’s easier to make than you may think and is the perfect pairing to all your favorite recipes. 


Ingredients

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  • 1-16 ounce Italian loaf, split in half lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely minced, grated, or crushed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
  2. Add the butter, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to a mixing bowl. Stir together until well combined. 
  3. Place the bread, cut side up, on the lined baking sheet and spread the butter mixture evenly on both pieces. 
  4. Bake the bread for 15-18 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crisp. 
  5. Let the bread cool slightly before slicing and serving hot.