The Easiest Garlic Bread Recipe!
About this recipe
Garlic bread is a classic side that elevates any meal, and this recipe from John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen makes it incredibly easy and delicious. With perfectly crispy edges and a soft, buttery, garlicky center, you'll never want store-bought garlic bread again after trying this homemade version.
In just 15 minutes, you can whip up two baguettes of this crowd-pleasing garlic bread, perfect for pairing with soups, pastas, or just enjoying on its own.
Ingredient notes
- Use unsalted butter for the best flavor.
- You can substitute the fresh parsley with other herbs you enjoy.
Tips from Preppy Kitchen’s video
- Use a serrated knife to slice the baguettes for easier cutting.
- Cook the garlic in the butter over low to medium-low heat for just 2 minutes to avoid burning and to mellow its flavor.
- Make sure to completely cover the bread with the garlic butter mixture to avoid dry spots.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 2 baguettes.
- What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- How long do I bake the garlic bread?
- Bake the garlic bread for 5 minutes, then switch to broil for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- What type of bread can I use for this recipe?
- You can use any French or Italian style loaf bread.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Preppy Kitchen: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Slice the baguettes in half lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- 4
Melt the butter in a small skillet over low to medium-low heat.
- 5
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to avoid burning.
- 6
Stir in the salt and minced parsley into the garlic butter mixture.
- 7
Brush or spoon the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the baguettes.
- 8
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread.
- 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, then switch to broil for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- 10
Remove from the oven, slice into pieces, and enjoy.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of parsley is inferred as '3-4 tablespoons' based on the context of the recipe.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Preppy Kitchen’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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