Indulgent Gooey Garlic Cheese Bread: A Flavor Explosion
A deliciously gooey and aromatic side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 8-ounce loaf Italian bread
- 2 medium scallions thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 ounces low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 ounces Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- 2. Cut the Italian bread in half horizontally, then cut each half crosswise to make 4 pieces.
- 3. In a bowl, mix softened butter, scallions (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish), garlic, mayonnaise, garlic powder, black pepper, sugar, and salt into a paste.
- 4. Spread the garlic butter evenly on the cut sides of the bread.
- 5. Combine mozzarella and Parmesan in a bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the bread.
- 6. Bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned in spots.
- 7. Garnish with reserved scallions and serve warm.
Notes
Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.
For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.