Nani's Favorite Cheesy Garlic Bread

Name: Nani's Favorite Cheesy Garlic Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread; 1/2 cup salted butter, softened; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt

This is the ultimate cheesy garlic bread with a buttery crust and plenty of gooey cheese.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

12 minutes

Total

22 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like pulling a fresh loaf of cheesy bread out of the oven. It is the perfect side dish for pasta night or just a cozy snack to share with your family on a lazy afternoon.

My secret to the best bread is using plenty of fresh garlic and a mix of cheeses. Make sure to use a good crusty loaf so it stays crunchy on the bottom while the top stays soft and melty.

🧺 Ingredients

1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
1/2 cup salted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise and place both pieces cut side up on a large baking sheet.
3
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt until smooth.
4
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
5
Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top of the buttered bread.
6
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7
Turn the oven to broil for 1 or 2 minutes if you want the cheese to get a little golden brown on top.
8
Remove from the oven, slice into smaller pieces, and serve warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. To reheat, pop the slices back in the oven or a toaster oven until the cheese is hot and melty again.

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