Best 2 Italian Garlic Toast Recipes

**Garlic toast, a staple of Italian cuisine, is a simple yet delicious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. Made with just a few simple ingredients, garlic toast is easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking. This article presents a collection of garlic toast recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.**

**From the classic Italian garlic bread to more creative variations like cheesy garlic toast and pesto garlic bread, these recipes are sure to satisfy any garlic lover. Whether you prefer a crispy baguette or a soft and fluffy loaf of bread, there's a recipe here for everyone. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create delicious garlic toast that will impress your friends and family.**

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN GARLIC TOAST

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"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

Ingredients

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Paprika

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.

ITALIAN SUB STOUP AND GARLIC TOAST FLOATERS

Italian Sub Stoup and Garlic Toast Floaters image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, plus 1/4 cup for croutons
3/4 pound, 3 links, hot or sweet Italian sausage, split and meat removed from casing
1/4 pound piece stick pepperoni, diced
1 ham steak, diced (about 1/2 to 3/4 pound)
1 green bell pepper, seeded, quartered and sliced
1 medium yellow onion, peeled, quartered and sliced
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups chicken stock
1/2 pound gemelli pasta or other short-cut pasta
5 cups cubed crusty bread
3 large cloves garlic, cracked from skin
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, a couple of handfuls
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bunches arugula, trimmed and coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)

Steps:

Place a soup pot or deep sided skillet on the stove top and preheat to medium high heat. Add olive oil, 2 turns of the pan and the sausage. Brown and crumble the sausage, drain off excess fat if necessary then add the ham and pepperoni. Cook meats together 2 minutes then add peppers and onions and cook 2 or 3 minutes more. Add diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Add chicken stock and bring stoup to a boil. Stir in pasta and cook for 8 minutes. Make croutons while pasta cooks.
In a large skillet heat about 1/4 cup of olive oil, 4 turns of the pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add bread to garlic oil, toss and toast the cubes 5 or 6 minutes. Season the toasty cubes with red pepper flakes, oregano and lots of grated cheese.
Stir arugula into soup just before you serve it up. Ladle up the stoup and float several toasty garlic bread cubes in each bowl.

Tips:

Choose the right bread: A good Italian bread is essential for making garlic toast. Look for a loaf that is slightly crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Some good options include ciabatta, French bread, or sourdough.
Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic has a much more intense flavor than dried garlic. If you can, use fresh garlic cloves for the best results.
Don't overdo the garlic: A little garlic goes a long way. If you use too much, the garlic toast can become overpowering.
Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in Italian garlic toast. Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
Toast the bread until it is golden brown: The bread should be toasted until it is golden brown and crispy. This will help to bring out the flavor of the garlic and olive oil.
Serve immediately: Italian garlic toast is best served immediately after it is made. The bread will start to get soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Italian garlic toast is a simple but delicious appetizer or snack. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you are looking for something quick and easy to make, give Italian garlic toast a try.