Description
This recipe for Toasted Garlic Bread combines the classic flavors of garlic, butter, and oregano on a toasted Italian bread topped with melty mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread
- 5 tablespoons butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Mixture: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, crushed garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on Bread: Cut Italian bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic mixture evenly on both halves.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic mixture.
- Toasting: Place the prepared bread on a baking sheet and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Cut into slices and enjoy while warm!
Notes
- This garlic bread pairs well with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
- You can customize this recipe by adding toppings like fresh herbs or red pepper flakes for a kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg