Cheesy Garlic Bread
This cheesy garlic bread takes traditional garlic bread to the next level with the deep, rich flavors of roasted garlic and shallots blended into a buttery spread. Topped with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan, this bread bakes to golden perfection, with melty cheese and a crispy crust. The fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness, while a drizzle of reserved garlic oil gives it an extra hit of flavor. Whether you're serving it alongside pasta or as a delicious snack, this garlic bread is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 113 g butter aka 1 stick
- 2 bulbs garlic
- 2 shallots
- 1/4 cup parmesan
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 8 oz mozzarella
- olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs and shallots, then drizzle them with olive oil. Wrap them in foil and place them in the oven. Roast for 1 hour until softened and fragrant.
- Once roasted, remove from the oven and allow the garlic and shallots to cool slightly. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves and shallots into a bowl, discarding the skins. Reserve the garlic oil left in the foil for later use.
- In the same bowl, add the softened butter, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined to create your garlic butter mixture.
- Slice the Italian baguette in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.
- Top the buttered bread with shredded mozzarella cheese, spreading it evenly across both halves.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, sprinkle with additional parsley for garnish and drizzle the reserved garlic oil over the top for extra flavor.
- Slice and serve warm, enjoying the cheesy, garlicky goodness!