Description
A delightful dish with a rich combination of garlic and cheese on crispy bread that brings comfort and joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Thick-cut rustic or sourdough bread
- 3–4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Pinch of salt
- Dried herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic with softened butter and a pinch of salt, then add chopped herbs.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over both sides of each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella over the top, followed by grated parmesan.
- Place the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and top with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute mozzarella with gouda or vegan cheese, and adjust herbs based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: garlic cheese toast, easy appetizer, comfort food, family recipe