Garlic Bread
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy. Looking for the perfect garlic bread recipe? This one delivers golden, buttery perfection with just the right amount of garlicky goodness. There’s always happiness at my house when garlic bread is on the menu, so this easy recipe is in the regular rotation. I use a store-bought Italian ciabatta (pronounced cha-bah-tah) because it has a crisp crust and a soft, porous texture that soaks up the garlic butter perfectly. To mellow the sharp bite of raw garlic, I cook the garlic butter on the stovetop before spooning it onto the bread—it’s a simple trick that makes a big difference. Garlic bread should pack a punch, but it shouldn’t knock you out! “This homemade garlic bread is the best! Wonderful as is, but sometimes we sprinkle on a little Parmesan cheese. I serve this with spaghetti, and my kids and hubby always go back for more!”” What You’ll Need To Make Garlic Bread Extra-virgin olive oil and unsalted butter: Together, they add richness and flavor to the garlic butter mixture. Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is key here—it infuses the bread with that classic, craveable aroma and flavor. Cooking the garlic slowly in butter and oil brings out its sweetness without burning. Salt and black pepper: A little salt enhances all the flavors, and black pepper gives it a nice kick. Finely chopped fresh parsley: Adds a fresh, herby note and a pop of green. Ciabatta bread: Crusty on the outside, soft on the inside—it soaks up the garlic butter like a dream. A baguette works too if that’s what you’ve got. Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements Extra-virgin olive oil and unsalted butter: Together, they add richness and flavor to the garlic butter mixture. Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is key here—it infuses the bread with that classic, craveable aroma and flavor. Cooking the garlic slowly in butter and oil brings out its sweetness without burning. Salt and black pepper: A little salt enhances all the flavors, and black pepper gives it a nice kick. Finely chopped fresh parsley: Adds a fresh, herby note and a pop of green. Ciabatta bread: Crusty on the outside, soft on the inside—it soaks up the garlic butter like a dream. A baguette works too if that’s what you’ve got. Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1: Make the garlic butter. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with the oil. Add the garlic and cook gently for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant but not browned. Step 2: Season the butter mixture. Remove from the heat and stir in the salt, pepper, and parsley. Step 3: Prep the bread. Slice the bread in half horizontally, then brush or spoon the garlic butter all over the cut sides so they’re fully coated. (Take time to make sure it gets into all the nooks and crannies for maximum flavor in each bite.) Step 4: Wrap and bake. Put the halves back together, wrap tightly in foil, and bake in at 400°F oven directly on the rack for 10 minutes. Unwrap and bake 5 minutes more, until crisp and golden. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy! Pro tip: Wrapping in foil steams the bread so it’s soft, but baking it for a few minutes unwrapped will give you that perfect crispy top. Other Italian FAvorites You May Like RecipeComments (21)Add Comment Recipe Comments (21) Add Comment Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley 1 (1-lb) loaf ciabatta bread 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley 1 (1-lb) loaf ciabatta bread Instructions Preheat the oven to 400°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. In a small skillet, heat the oil and butter over low heat. When the butter is melted, add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant but not browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the salt, pepper, and parsley. Slice the ciabatta in half horizontally. Brush or spoon the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread, covering completely. Place the halves back together again and wrap in aluminum foil. Place directly on the oven rack and bake until warm, about 10 minutes. Unwrap the bread and place it back in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until toasted and crisp. Cut into slices and serve. Preheat the oven to 400°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. In a small skillet, heat the oil and butter over low heat. When the butter is melted, add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant but not browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the salt, pepper, and parsley. Slice the ciabatta in half horizontally. Brush or spoon the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread, covering completely. Place the halves back together again and wrap in aluminum foil. Place directly on the oven rack and bake until warm, about 10 minutes. Unwrap the bread and place it back in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until toasted and crisp. Cut into slices and serve. Nutrition Information Powered by Per serving (6 servings) Calories: 346 Fat: 18 g Saturated fat: 9 g Carbohydrates: 37 g Sugar: 5 g Fiber: 3 g Protein: 8 g Sodium: 387 mg Cholesterol: 31 mg Per serving (6 servings) Calories: 346 Fat: 18 g Saturated fat: 9 g Carbohydrates: 37 g Sugar: 5 g Fiber: 3 g Protein: 8 g Sodium: 387 mg Cholesterol: 31 mg This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. 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