Prep: 5 minutes | Cook: 10 minutes | Total: 15 minutes | Serves: 6–8
Best For: Pasta nights, family dinners, entertaining

The Easiest Crispy, Buttery Garlic Bread

This Easy Garlic Bread is buttery, golden, and loaded with garlic flavour — the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, and weeknight dinners. It takes just minutes to prepare and uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients you already have at home.

It’s a family favourite that turns any meal into something special, whether you’re hosting guests or making a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients for Easy Garlic Bread

• 1 loaf French bread or baguette

• 100g softened butter

• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp parsley, chopped (fresh or dried)

• Salt, to taste

Optional Add-Ins:

• Grated parmesan

• Mozzarella cheese for cheesy garlic bread

• Pinch of paprika

• Extra garlic (for stronger flavour)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare oven. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

2. Make garlic butter. In a bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, and salt.

3. Slice bread. Cut bread into thick slices without cutting all the way through (or slice fully if preferred).

4. Spread generously. Spread the garlic butter mixture over each slice.

5. Bake. Place on a tray and bake for 8–10 minutes or until golden and crispy.

6. Serve. Enjoy warm as a side to your favourite meals.

Helpful Tips

• Use softened butter so it spreads easily.

• Add parmesan for a savoury, cheesy twist.

• For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1–2 minutes.

• Fresh garlic gives the best flavour, but garlic powder works too.

Why This Recipe Works

• Fast, simple, and budget-friendly.

• Perfect side dish for countless meals.

• Customisable with cheese or herbs.

• Uses ingredients you already have at home.

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