**Brennan's Garlic Bread: A New Orleans Classic**
Indulge in the flavors of the iconic Brennan's Restaurant in New Orleans with their renowned garlic bread recipe. This classic dish has been tantalizing taste buds for decades, and now you can recreate it in your own kitchen. The secret lies in the perfect balance of crispy, chewy bread, aromatic roasted garlic, and a rich, savory butter mixture. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting side dish, Brennan's garlic bread is sure to be a hit. This article provides two variations of the recipe: the traditional version and a simplified version for those short on time. Both recipes promise to deliver that signature Brennan's garlic bread experience, leaving you with a golden-brown masterpiece that will elevate any meal.
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.
BRENNAN'S GARLIC BREAD
The secret to this wonderful tasting bread, is rubbing the outside of a loaf of bread with a piece of garlic that has been cut open lengthwise. From the famous New Orleans restaurant, Brennan's.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Split loaf, and spread the melted butter over the cut sides.
- 2. Sprinkle on the remaining ingredients.
- 3. Finely chop the garlic cloves, and sprinkle those on top of the bread.
- 4. Bake at 350F for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until nice and golden brown.
BRENNEN'S GARLIC BREAD
A copycat recipe from southernfoods.about.com from the famous New Orleans restaurant, Brennan's. My family loves this bread. The secret is to rub the outside of the bread with fresh garlic.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Other Breads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Split loaf, and spread over the melted butter. Sprinkle on the remaining ingredients. Finely chop the garlic cloves, and sprinkle those on top of the bread.
- 2. Bake at 350ºF for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until nice and golden brown.
BRENNAN'S BREAD PUDDING WITH WHISKEY SAUCE
This is another recipe from Kitchen to Kitchen a feature in The Houston Chronicle--they recommend trying croissant, brioche or challah for the bread--it is described as "tasty with a wonderful sauce". Hope you enjoy.
Provided by Peggy Lynn
Categories Breads
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For The Bread Pudding:.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Scatter the bread in the baking dish.
- Pour the scalded milk over the bread; set aside.
- Mix the eggs with the sugar.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients and pour the egg-and-sugar mixture over the bread-and-milk mixture.
- Although it doesn't state to do this with any bread pudding I usually press the bread down with a spatula to help the milk to be absorbed,cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
- Set the baking dish inside a slightly larger pan.
- Pour warm water into the larger pan about halfway up the sides of the bread pudding dish to make a "bain marie".
- Bake the bread pudding for about an hour, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- For the Whiskey sauce:.
- In a medium-size saucepan, heat the milk and the sugar until they almost come to a boil.
- Pour a small amount of the milk and sugar mixture into the egg yolks, whisking all the while.
- Gradually pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- Blend the cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water.
- Add to the saucepan.
- Bring the custard to a boil, whisking constantly for several minutes until it thickens.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in vanilla extract and whiskey.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Pour over bread pudding as desired.
- *Cook time does not reflect the refrigeration time*.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.8, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 224.4, Sodium 408.3, Carbohydrate 85.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 57.1, Protein 14.4
GARLIC BREAD
You may have once struggled with dry or greasy breads reeking of burned or raw garlic, but it's time to put that behind you. This is a versatile recipe, as readily made with thin baguettes, as it is with rustic sourdoughs and airy Italian loaves. Cutting the bread like a Hasselback potato keeps the butter from seeping out and allows the garlic to infuse the bread with its flavor without scorching. But, if it's an extra cheesy garlic bread you're looking for, slip a little mozzarella into each slit.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, weekday, breads, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. In a small bowl, stir together the butter, garlic, Parmesan and parsley. Add the salt and generously season with pepper. Set aside while you cut the baguette.
- Cut deep slits into the baguette, 1-inch apart - don't cut all the way through the loaf - and place the baguette on a large piece of foil. Using a teaspoon or an offset spatula, generously spread the seasoned butter inside each slit. Make sure to reach the bottom of the slit; don't be shy here.
- Wrap the baguette in the foil, place on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baguette from the oven and unwrap the top (leave the bread on the foil). If you're adding mozzarella, use the offset spatula or spoon to gently open each slit and tuck a piece of mozzarella in (it's O.K. if the cheese pops out from the top a little). Return bread to the oven and bake until crisp and golden on top, another 5 minutes. Slice with a serrated knife (or tear with your hands) and serve at once.
BRENNAN'S GARLIC BREAD
A copycat recipe from southernfoods.about.com from the famous New Orleans restaurant, Brennan's. My family loves this bread. The secret is to rub the outside of the bread with fresh garlic.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Breads
Time 20m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- The secret to this wonderful tasting bread, is rubbing the outside of a loaf of bread with a piece of garlic that has been cut open lengthwise.
- Split loaf, and spread the melted butter over the cut sides. Sprinkle on the remaining ingredients. Finely chop the garlic cloves, and sprinkle those on top of the bread.
- Bake at 350ºF for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until nice and golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3931.9, Fat 120.4, SaturatedFat 69.2, Cholesterol 273.3, Sodium 6576.4, Carbohydrate 582.7, Fiber 25, Sugar 26.7, Protein 134.8
BRENNAN'S IRISH SODA BREAD
Warm and soft Irish tradition passed down our family line, and directly into our bellies.
Provided by irishfishstick
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir the milk and vinegar together, and allow to stand until curdled, about 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet. In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually stir the soured milk into the flour mixture until the dough just comes together, and turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface. Knead a few times, and shape into a round. Place the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. With a sharp knife, cut an X shape into the top of the dough to release steam and help the bread keep its round shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 237.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality bread. A sturdy bread like French bread or Italian bread will hold up well to the garlic butter and cheese.
- Don't skimp on the garlic butter. The more garlic butter you use, the more flavorful the bread will be.
- Use fresh garlic. Fresh garlic has a much more intense flavor than garlic powder or garlic salt.
- Don't overcook the bread. The bread should be golden brown and crispy on the edges, but still soft and fluffy in the middle.
- Serve the bread immediately. Garlic bread is best when it's hot and fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Garlic bread is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a party, a potluck, or just a casual dinner, garlic bread is sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a loaf of garlic bread that is crispy, flavorful, and irresistible.
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