Best 4 Perfect Garlic Bread From Scratch Recipes

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**Garlic Bread: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the delectable allure of garlic bread. With its crispy, golden-brown exterior, soft and fluffy interior, and tantalizing aroma that awakens the senses, this humble dish has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or a midnight snack, garlic bread is the epitome of culinary comfort and satisfaction. This comprehensive guide presents a curated collection of garlic bread recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From classic variations to innovative twists, this culinary journey will elevate your garlic bread experience to extraordinary heights. Discover the secrets of achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures, and impress your family and friends with your newfound expertise in creating this beloved dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC BREAD



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Ever wonder how to make garlic bread? This homemade garlic bread is the answer! Minced fresh garlic is key to these flavor-packed crusty slices, which our big family would snap up before they even had a chance to cool. -Grace Yaskovic, Branchville, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup butter, melted
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine butter and garlic. Brush over cut sides of bread; sprinkle with parsley. Place, cut side up, on a baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 8 minutes. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

THE BEST GARLIC BREAD



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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

1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large soft Italian or French loaf
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

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.

GARLIC BREAD



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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

1/2 cup/8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
4 fat garlic cloves, grated
1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
1/4 cup firmly packed chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Black pepper
1 baguette or rustic crusty loaf
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced (optional)

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.

GREAT GARLIC BREAD



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Garlic bread is always great with pasta! This cheese-covered garlic bread is ready in minutes.

Provided by Noelle C

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Garlic Bread Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter
1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and mix with garlic powder and dried parsley.
  • Place Italian bread on a medium baking sheet. Using a basting brush, brush generously with the butter mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven approximately 10 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and any remaining butter mixture. Return to oven approximately 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bread is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 48.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 587.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the garlic and herbs.
  • Use a variety of herbs to add flavor to the garlic butter, such as parsley, chives, thyme, and rosemary.
  • Brush the garlic butter evenly over the bread slices to ensure that each bite is flavorful.
  • Bake the garlic bread at a high temperature so that the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the garlic bread warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can easily make perfect garlic bread from scratch that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Experiment with different types of bread and toppings to create your own unique variations of this classic recipe. The possibilities are endless!

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