Homemade Garlic Bread
Homemade Garlic Bread is a delightful treat that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. This recipe combines the rich, buttery goodness of cream cheese and mozzarella with the aromatic fragrance of garlic, resulting in a dish that’s perfect for sharing. Whether you’re serving it alongside pasta, soup, or simply enjoying it as a snack, you’ll find this garlic bread irresistible.
Ingredients
- 5 baguettes or French bread rolls
- 4 heads of garlic (approximately 200g / 7 oz)
- 1 cup cream cheese (200g / 7 oz)
- 2 tablespoons butter (30g / 1 oz)
- 1 ripe tomato, finely diced
- 300g / 10.5 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley and chives to taste
- Salt to taste
Directions
- Peel all garlic cloves from the 4 heads of garlic. Process or blend the garlic until finely chopped, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add the cream cheese and butter to the garlic and mix until well combined.
- Remove seeds from the ripe tomato and dice it finely. Chop fresh parsley and chives.
- Cut each baguette in half lengthwise.
- Spread the garlic mixture on each bread half generously.
- Sprinkle the diced tomato, parsley, and chives over each piece.
- Top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F and bake for 12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Total time: 27 minutes
Servings: 10-12 pieces
Nutrition info: Approx. 250 calories per serving.
How to serve
Homemade Garlic Bread is best served hot and fresh from the oven. For an enhanced experience, pair it with your favorite pasta dish, a hearty soup, or a crisp salad. You can also serve it as an appetizer at gatherings, offering it with a side of marinara sauce or a homemade dip. Don’t forget to garnish with a sprinkle of extra parsley or chives for presentation!
FAQs
Q: Can I use other types of cheese instead of mozzarella?
A: Yes, you can substitute mozzarella with cheddar, gouda, or even crumbled feta for a different flavor.
Q: How should I store leftover garlic bread?
A: Store leftover garlic bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. You can also freeze it by wrapping it tightly in foil, which will allow you to enjoy it later.
Q: Can I make this garlic bread ahead of time?
A: Absolutely! You can prepare the garlic mixture and spread it on the bread the day before. Just cover it and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake.
Homemade Garlic Bread
Ingredients
Method
- Peel all garlic cloves from the 4 heads of garlic. Process or blend the garlic until finely chopped, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add the cream cheese and butter to the garlic and mix until well combined.
- Remove seeds from the ripe tomato and dice it finely. Chop fresh parsley and chives.
- Cut each baguette in half lengthwise.
- Spread the garlic mixture on each bread half generously.
- Sprinkle the diced tomato, parsley, and chives over each piece.
- Top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F and bake for 12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
