Ingredients
1 loaf French bread or Italian bread, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
2. In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt until well combined.
3. Spread garlic butter evenly over both bread halves.
4. Top with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Place bread halves on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Broil for 1–2 minutes if you want the top extra golden and crispy.
7. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
• Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
• Use a mix of cheeses like provolone or cheddar for variation.
• Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Broiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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