How to Make Toasted Garlic Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Garlic bread is a beloved side dish that can be found on the menu of many Italian restaurants. Its irresistible aroma and crispy texture make it the perfect accompaniment to pasta dishes, soups, and salads. While it may seem like a simple dish to make, there is an art to achieving the perfect balance of garlic, butter, and bread.

One variation of garlic bread that is particularly popular is toasted garlic bread. This version takes the classic recipe and adds an extra level of crunch a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread
  • 5 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Cut loaf into ten 1-inch slices.
  • Mix butter, garlic, oil, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; spread butter mixture on one side of each slice of bread; arrange bread slices, butter-side up, in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler until slightly brown, checking frequently so they do not burn, about 3 minutes.
  • Top bread slices with cheese and return to broiler until cheese is slightly brown and melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    213 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 376mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 130mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 67mg