Description
Indulge in this irresistible Cheesy Bread recipe that combines the gooey goodness of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses with a garlic-infused butter spread on a crusty French or Italian bread. It’s a perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cheesy Bread:
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread (halved lengthwise)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread the butter: Spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves of the bread.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In another bowl, combine the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. Sprinkle the cheese mixture generously over the buttered bread.
- Bake: Place the bread halves on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil: For a golden top, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with parsley if desired, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- For a crispier base, lightly toast the bread before adding the butter and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
