Garlic bread

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 1 baguette-type bread or homemade bread
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced or grated
• 3 tbsp soft butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 pinch pepper
• Optional: 3 tbsp grated cheese

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Cut the baguette into slices without reaching all the way to the bottom, so that the bread stays together at the base.
2. In a bowl, combine the soft butter and olive oil. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well integrated.
3. For added flavor, mix in grated cheese if desired.
4. Using a spoon or spatula, evenly spread the mixture between each cut and over the bread's surface.
5. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
6. Place the bread on a baking tray and cover lightly with aluminum foil to prevent the top from burning.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the inside is warm and the garlic aroma is released.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 8 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
9. Allow the bread to rest for 2 minutes before serving to maintain its structure.
10. Serve hot, ideally with pasta, soups, or a creamy sauce.
11. It can be stored in the refrigerator and baked later.