Origin Italy
Italian Garlic Bread is a warm soft and flavorful side dish that people enjoy with pasta pizza soups and salads. It is made with bread butter garlic and herbs. The bread is toasted lightly so it becomes crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The butter and garlic melt into the bread and give it a very comforting taste.
This recipe uses very simple English so anyone can follow it easily. You can make this garlic bread at home in a few minutes and enjoy it with any meal.
What Is Italian Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is bread topped with
- butter
- garlic
- herbs
It is baked or toasted until golden. It tastes warm soft and very fresh because of herbs like parsley or oregano.
Ingredients You Will Need
For the Bread
- 1 loaf soft bread or baguette
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves finely chopped or grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of black pepper
For Extra Flavor optional
- A little oregano
- A little chilli flakes
- A little cheese grated
Step by Step Method to Make Italian Garlic Bread
Step 1
Prepare the Garlic Butter
- Take soft butter in a small bowl.
- Add chopped garlic parsley salt and pepper.
- Mix well until smooth.
The butter should smell fresh and full of garlic aroma.
Step 2
Prepare the Bread
- Cut the bread into slices.
- Spread the garlic butter mix on each slice.
- Add oregano or chilli flakes if you like.
- Add cheese if you want cheesy garlic bread.
Step 3
Toast the Bread
- Preheat your oven or pan.
- Place the bread slices butter side up.
- Toast for eight to ten minutes until golden and crisp.
The bread should become crunchy on the surface and soft inside.
Step 4
Serve the Garlic Bread
- Take the bread out.
- Serve hot with your favorite dishes.
Garlic bread goes well with
- pasta
- pizza
- soup
- salad
- grilled vegetables
Tips for Perfect Garlic Bread
- Use soft butter so it spreads easily
- Do not burn the garlic it becomes bitter
- Add cheese for extra flavor
- Toast only until golden
- Add more garlic if you love strong taste
Variations You Can Try
- Make cheesy garlic bread
- Add olive oil instead of butter
- Add mixed herbs
- Add tomato slices on top
- Add extra chilli flakes for spicy version
Approximate Nutrition per Serving
Values may vary
- Calories 200 to 280
- Carbohydrates 25g
- Protein 5g
- Fat 10g