Ah, garlic bread — a classic comfort food that’s crispy, buttery, and garlicky. Here’s a clear breakdown so it comes out perfect every time.
🥖 Basic Ingredients
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Bread – French baguette, Italian loaf, or ciabatta
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Butter – softened
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Garlic – minced (fresh is best)
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Parsley or herbs – optional, chopped
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Salt – just a pinch
Optional: grated Parmesan for extra flavor
👩🍳 Method
1️⃣ Make the garlic butter
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Mix softened butter with minced garlic, salt, and herbs.
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Optional: add a little Parmesan or olive oil for richness.
2️⃣ Prep the bread
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Slice the bread horizontally (like a sandwich) or into individual pieces.
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Spread garlic butter generously.
3️⃣ Bake or toast
Oven method:
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Preheat to 375°F (190°C)
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Bake 10–15 min until edges are golden and crispy
Air fryer method:
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350°F (175°C), 5–7 min, until lightly browned
4️⃣ Serve hot
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Best eaten immediately while crispy outside and soft inside.
✨ Tips
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Don’t burn the garlic: Bake at moderate heat; burned garlic tastes bitter.
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Soft inside, crisp outside: Wrap in foil for soft garlic bread, leave unwrapped for crunch.
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Make-ahead hack: Spread butter on the bread, wrap in foil, freeze, and bake later.
If you want, I can give a “restaurant-style” garlic bread recipe with melty cheese and a golden crust that’s guaranteed to impress.