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Crusty Garlic Parmesan Bread

Golden, crusty garlic bread topped with buttery garlic spread and melted Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf crusty bread Italian or French
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Spread garlic butter evenly over bread.
  4. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese generously on top.
  5. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Broil 1–2 minutes for extra crust, watching closely.

Notes

Best served immediately for maximum crunch.