Spaghetti Garlic Bread – Crunchy, Buttery & Full of Flavor! 🥖
Crunchy, buttery garlic bread perfect for serving alongside spaghetti or pasta. Optional cheese topping adds extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley (or fresh, chopped)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread, sliced in half lengthwise
- Optional: ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Spread garlic butter generously on the cut sides of the bread. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
- Place bread cut-side up on the baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and butter is melted.
- Optional: broil 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness (watch closely).
- Slice and serve warm alongside pasta.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for a subtle kick or drizzle with olive oil for extra richness.
- Best served fresh and warm.