Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade Cunetto’s-inspired garlic cheese bread recipe! Featuring a perfectly crusty Italian loaf slathered in rich garlic butter and smothered in melted mozzarella, this cheesy garlic bread is an irresistible appetizer, side dish, or snack that brings the restaurant experience to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large Italian loaf, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the Italian loaf in half lengthwise.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Generously spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the Italian loaf halves.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic butter-covered bread.
- Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Don’t skimp on the butter!
- Use good quality mozzarella cheese for optimal melting.
- Broil for the last minute or two for extra browning.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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