**Garlic toast: A delightful symphony of flavors for every occasion**
Garlic toast, a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of savory, garlicky goodness and a crispy, golden-brown exterior, transcends time and culinary boundaries. Originating from humble beginnings, this versatile dish has evolved into a beloved appetizer, side dish, or even a quick and satisfying snack, enjoyed across cultures and cuisines.
This article presents a curated collection of garlic toast recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the simplicity of the traditional recipe to innovative variations featuring unexpected ingredients and flavor combinations, these recipes cater to every palate and occasion.
Indulge in the timeless classic with our basic garlic toast recipe, where toasted bread slices are slathered with a luscious mixture of butter, garlic, and fresh herbs. Elevate your taste buds with our gourmet garlic toast variation, featuring a decadent blend of cheeses, garlic, and a touch of truffle oil for an unforgettable experience.
For a delightful twist, try our Mediterranean-inspired garlic toast, where toasted pita bread is brushed with olive oil and topped with a vibrant mix of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese. If you're craving a spicy kick, our jalapeño garlic toast delivers with a combination of garlic, jalapeños, and a hint of lime, providing a delightful contrast to the creamy avocado topping.
For health-conscious individuals, our whole wheat garlic toast offers a nutritious alternative without compromising on flavor. Topped with garlic, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil, this recipe provides a satisfying crunch and a boost of fiber.
Get creative with our unique bacon and garlic toast, where crispy bacon bits and a garlic-herb butter blend create a savory and smoky flavor profile. For a vegetarian alternative, our roasted garlic toast features a flavorful spread made from roasted garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs, offering a delightful complexity of flavors.
No matter your taste preferences or dietary restrictions, this collection of garlic toast recipes has something for everyone. From classic simplicity to innovative flavor combinations, these recipes will elevate your next meal or snack to a culinary delight.
QUICK GARLIC TOAST
Mom knew how to easily round out a meal with this crisp, cheesy garlic toast. We gobbled it up when she served it alongside slaw or salad...and used it to soak up gravy from her stew, too. -Teresa Ingebrand, Perham, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 12 slices.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Cut each slice in half; place plain side down on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with garlic salt and Parmesan cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MAKE-AHEAD GARLIC TOAST
I love this because I always have leftover bread and it goes to waste most of the time. The best part is that you can pull out as many pieces as you want and bake them straight from the freezer!
Provided by cook205
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Garlic Bread Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix butter, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic powder in a bowl. Arrange Italian bread on a large baking sheet and spread each slice with garlic butter mixture. Place baking sheet in freezer and freeze until bread solid, about 1 hour. Transfer bread to a resealable plastic freezer bag until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange desired number of slices, butter-side up, on a baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until bread is toasted and butter is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 206.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
BEST GARLIC TOAST (QUICK & EASY!)
Here's the very best garlic toast you'll find! Ultra garlicky, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside: and it takes only 10 minutes to make.
Provided by Sonja Overhiser
Categories Side Dish
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Thinly slice the bread.
- Mince the garlic. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic with the olive oil, dried oregano, and salt. Use a brush to brush the mixture on both sides of each slice of bread and place them onto a baking sheet. Try to pick up some of the minced garlic with the brush, as it tends to sink to the bottom. (If the oil runs out, depending on your size of bread, just add a splash more to the bowl with the garlic.)
- Add a pinch of garlic powder to the top of each toast.
- Bake for 5 minutes until the crust is crisp but the inside is still soft. If desired, sprinkle with finely chopped Italian parsley. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Sugar 0 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Fat 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
THE BEST GARLIC BREAD
We went very classic with this garlic bread recipe-lots of butter and lots of garlic loaded onto warm, soft and pillowy French bread. You could make a light meal by rounding it out with a crisp green salad. Or serve it our favorite way-alongside your favorite red-sauce pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange a rack in the center of oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter is golden and the garlic is very fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise. Liberally brush the crust with the garlic butter. Turn the bread cut-side up. Slice each loaf crosswise at 2-inch intervals without cutting all the way through, making "pull-apart" garlic bread. Liberally brush the cut sides of the bread with more garlic butter, spreading any remaining garlic evenly over top. You should use all the garlic butter. Carefully transfer the bread to a rimmed baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the loaves with the Parmesan and a pinch of salt and bake until the edges of the bread are a deep golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with the parsley. Serve warm.
TOASTED GARLIC BREAD
Quick and scrumptious garlic bread that will complement any Italian meal. Melted mozzarella is optional, but delicious!
Provided by Clair
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Garlic Bread Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Cut the bread into slices 1 to 2 inches thick.
- In a small bowl, mix butter, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Spread the mixture evenly on the bread slices.
- On a medium baking sheet, arrange the slices evenly and broil 5 minutes, or until slightly brown. Check frequently so they do not burn.
- Remove from broiler. Top with cheese and return to broiler 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese is slightly brown and melted. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GARLIC TOASTS
Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 20 to 25 toasts
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Slice the baguette diagonally in 1/4-inch-thick slices. Depending on the size of the baguette, you should get 20 to 25 slices.
- Lay the slices in one layer on a sheet pan, brush each with olive oil, and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until browned and crisp. As soon as they're cool enough to handle, rub the top of the toasts with a cut side of the garlic. Serve at room temperature.
GARLIC TOASTS
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 30m
Yield 20 to 25 toasts
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Depending on the size of the baguette, you should get 20 to 25 slices.
- Lay the slices in one layer on a baking sheet, brush each with olive oil, and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Bake the toasts for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are browned and crisp. As soon as they are cool enough to handle, rub one side of the toasts with the cut side of the garlic. Serve at room temperature.
ITALIAN GARLIC TOAST
"EVERY Italian meal must have its garlic bread, and this recipe is not only delicious but also attractive. It's rich which cheese and butter and colorful with paprika. Auntie Ann always waited until we were all seated before bringing out her garlic bread, warm from the oven."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Split bread lengthwise; place, cut side up, on a large baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine butter, cheese, garlic and oregano; brush onto cut surfaces of bread. Sprinkle with paprika., Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until lightly toasted. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28 mg cholesterol, Sodium 549 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 7 g protein.
GARLIC TOAST
Given the option, I'd eat nothing but bread. And this recipe uses my favorite ingredient: flaked sea salt! Yum!
Provided by JelsMom
Categories Egg Free
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Turn on broiler.
- Place bread in single layer on sheet of foil. (I use toasted oat bread or whole wheat).
- In small saucer or bowl, mix olive oil, margarine, Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan.
- Brush or spoon mixture over each piece of bread.
- Sprinkle lightly with paprika.
- Place 4-6" under broiler.
- ***Watch Closely*** it can quickly go from browned to burnt if you're not paying attention. Cook 2-3 minutes & remove from oven when edges begin to brown.
- Sprinkle lightly with flaked sea salt (I use pink Australian salt, but if you don't have any, a light sprinkling of regular table salt will do).
- Serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.1, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 311.2, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 5.9
Tips:
- Choose the right bread: Pick a sturdy bread that can hold up to the toppings without getting soggy, such as a French baguette, sourdough, or ciabatta. Avoid soft breads like white bread or sandwich bread, as they will become too soggy.
- Use real butter: Don't skimp on the butter! Real butter adds a rich flavor and helps the garlic toast brown evenly. If you use margarine or a butter substitute, your garlic toast will not taste as good.
- Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic is essential for the best flavor. Avoid using garlic powder or garlic salt, as they will not provide the same level of flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When toasting the bread, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the bread from toasting evenly and becoming soggy.
- Keep an eye on the garlic toast: Garlic toast can burn quickly, so keep an eye on it while it's toasting. Remove it from the pan as soon as it's golden brown.
Conclusion:
Garlic toast is a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. With these tips in mind, you can make the best garlic toast that will impress your family and friends.
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