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Easy Homemade Garlic Bread
Homemade garlic bread is an easy, foolproof side dish that comes together in minutes and tastes so much better than store-bought. This version uses fresh garlic, buttery richness, and your favorite loaf for a crispy, garlicky finish every time.
Ingredients
- 5 cloves Garlic, minced or sliced
- ½ cup Butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 loaf Italian bread
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450℉.
- Place the garlic slices in a mortar and pestle and crush to form a paste. (Alternatively, place in a small bowl and use the back of a spoon to crush.)
- Place the garlic in a small bowl with half of the butter and melt for 1 minute in the microwave.
- Whisk in the salt, cayenne pepper and garlic powder until well incorporated, then whisk in the remaining butter.
- Cut the loaf in half through the middle, then spread the garlic butter all over the cut edges of the loaves.
- Place the sliced loaves on a cookie sheet and bake for 3 minutes until garlic butter is melted into the bread. Remove from oven.
- Take a second baking sheet and press down on the top of the loaf to form a "press."
- Bake for 6-8 minutes, checking at the 5 minute mark to prevent the minced garlic from burning. The bread should be deeply golden and will have a few dark brown spots, especially where the minced garlic is concentrated.
Christina's Notes
- Use Softened Butter: Makes it easier to spread and keeps the bread from getting soggy.
- Broil at the End: A quick broil adds the perfect golden, crispy top.
- Use Fresh Garlic: It’s key to getting that authentic, restaurant-style flavor.
- Prep Ahead: Garlic butter can be made days in advance—just spread and bake.