Homemade Garlic Bread

Made with freshly minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a bit of parmesan, this homemade garlic bread will not disappoint. The best part of it all is that we are using classic sliced bread to make it.

Growing up, I remember the aroma of homemade garlic bread in the oven. You knew a good meal was coming when that side dish was being crisped up in the oven. My mom would homemade garlic bread using regular sliced sandwich bread. It always hit the spot just right!

Now, as an adult, I appreciate that simple garlic bread staple even more as I make it in my own home. With a young baby in the house and a husband who could come home at any moment ready for dinner, quick and delicious sides are a must have for me.

When the meal needs to be quick, effective and tasty, I know I can count on this simple garlic bread using regular sliced bread I have. Whether it is store bought sliced bread or homemade sourdough, I know the outcome will be the same.

Here at Hygge, we believe in meals that are simple and cozy, and this homemade garlic bread is a perfect side dish to create those kinds of meals. Sometimes I think we can over complicate even the simplest things. Cooking doesn't need to be difficult and intense. This garlic bread is relaxed and laid back. Truly how those good comfort meals should be.

This is garlic bread the hygge way. Let's make it together!

How to Make Garlic Bread with Sliced Bread Step-by-Step

To start, add all of the garlic spread ingredients into a small bowl. This includes the softened butter, freshly chopped parsley, minced garlic, garlic powder, shredded parmesan cheese, and a bit of salt. Mix all the ingredients together until you have an evenly distributed spread.

Second, once your ingredients are combined, spread it evenly on top of your sliced bread.

Next, place the prepared garlic bread on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Then, bake in a 400-degree oven for 10 minutes. Turn the broiler on low and allow to broil for 3 more minutes. The bread should be slightly crispy.

Lastly, serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

• For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes into the butter spread.
• Be sure the mixture is spread evenly. This will make for equal crispiness all around.
• If desired, top with more chopped parsley for a fresh look.
• To soften your butter quickly, put it in the microwave for a few seconds.
• In addition to the parsley, feel free to add in oregano or Italian seasoning for more flavor.

Ingredients

Fresh garlic - Freshly minced garlic will give it that zingy garlic flavor.

Garlic powder

Butter - salted or unsalted will work.

Fresh parsley - oregano or Italian seasoning would work as well. I will say, fresh herbs makes all the difference! Be sure to save some for garnishing.

Parmesan cheese - If you are buying the cheese already shredded, get it thinly shredded. For a cheese pull, add in a bit of mozzarella!

Salt - Just a pinch of it goes a long way. Salt helps to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.

Sliced bread - Any sliced bread will work. For this recipe, I used homemade sourdough.

Tools You Will Need

Baking sheet

Small bowl

Butter knife

Parchment paper - This is optional, but it makes for easy cleanup and nonstick!

Dishes to Serve Homemade Garlic Bread With

Of course, you can never go wrong with a classic spaghetti and meatballs with a side of garlic bread. Check out our homemade marinara sauce to make for your next spaghetti and meatballs night.

Garlic bread is always a good idea with a homemade soup. Whether it be creamy tomato or Italian wedding soup in the crockpot. Name your favorite soup and add a side of garlic bread!

Have you ever heard of a better combo than Caesar salad and garlic bread?! My mouth is watering already. Add on some grilled chicken to the salad to make it more filling.

FAQs

What is the best cheese for garlic bread?

Using finely shredded parmesan cheese makes for a savory flavor as well as a slight sharpness. If you want a cheese pull, add in some shredded mozzarella.

What are some common mistakes when making garlic bread?

Not using fresh garlic, skipping herbs, and failing to add in cheese are a few of the mistakes when it comes to making garlic bread at home. All of these components really help enhance the flavor of the garlic bread.

Is it better to use butter or oil to make homemade garlic bread?

Creating a compound butter makes for a tasty and simple garlic bread. With that being said, butter is the way to go! See below to learn how you can make a butter compound meal prep friendly as well.

Make it Meal Prep Friendly

If you love garlic bread so much and want to meal prep it for those extra busy nights, I don't blame you! There are a few ways to meal prep this tasty side.

One way to make this recipe meal prep friendly is to prepare the butter spread that goes on the garlic bread, place it in the fridge and you have it to pull out when needed. To use it from the fridge, simply place it in the microwave for a few minutes then spread on the bread and bake as usual.

Another way to meal prep homemade garlic bread is to spread the butter mixture on the slices of bread, place them in the freezer on a lined baking sheet, freeze until butter is hard, then place in freezer bags. Then, when ready to use it, bake as normal straight from the freezer.

Lastly, you can bake the garlic bread, accordingly, allow to cool completely, freeze, and then thaw and warm when ready to eat.

A dish that is not only flavorful but also meal prep friendly is a win in my book!

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