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Hyper-realistic close-up of a single thick 1 1/2-inch slice of cheesy garlic bread from a French bread loaf, shown on a parchment-lined light metal baking sheet with the remaining sliced loaf softly blurred in the background, crisp golden crust, soft airy French bread crumb, moderate melted mozzarella and cheddar on top, buttery garlic spread visible under the cheese, light browned spots, chopped parsley, bright white kitchen setting, white marble counter, soft natural window light, shallow depth of field, editorial food photography, realistic textures and proportions, not ciabatta, not focaccia, no people, no hands, no text, no watermark

Cheesy Garlic Bread

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This cheesy garlic bread has crisp golden edges, a soft buttery center, and melted mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan on top. It’s simple enough for pasta night but good enough to serve as an appetizer with warm marinara.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

Bread

  • 1 large Italian loaf or French bread loaf about 14 to 16 ounces
  • Garlic Butter Topping
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 large cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional

Cheese

  • 1 1/2 cups low-moisture mozzarella shredded
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan grated

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to 375°F.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice the bread lengthwise to create two long halves.
  • Place both bread halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Add the softened butter, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped parsley, kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes to a bowl.
  • Stir until the mixture looks smooth and speckled.
  • Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both bread halves.
  • Push the butter mixture all the way to the edges.
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan evenly over the buttered bread.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cheese melts.
  • Switch the oven to broil.
  • Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely, until the top looks bubbly and lightly golden.
  • Remove the bread from the oven.
  • Sprinkle extra fresh parsley over the top.
  • Let the bread rest for 3 minutes before slicing.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the bread into thick pieces.
  • Serve warm.