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Irresistible garlic bread made with sliced bread, showcasing buttery garlic toppings.

Garlic Bread with Sliced Bread

This quick and easy garlic bread transforms simple sliced bread into a delicious, golden side dish, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened, equal to 1 stick) Feel free to use salted butter for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Delivers a concentrated garlic flavor; fresh garlic can be used for added punch.
  • 1 clove garlic (minced) Infuses the butter with fresh garlic flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Adjust to taste.
For the Bread
  • 8 slices white bread Whole grain or sourdough can be used for a twist.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped, for garnish) Basil can be a delicious alternative.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic powder, minced garlic, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Lay the bread slices flat on the prepared baking sheet. Generously spread the garlic butter over each slice.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-9 minutes or until the bread edges are golden and crispy.
  2. Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh parsley. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack to maintain crispiness before serving.

Notes

Allow butter to sit at room temperature before mixing for easy spreading. Experiment with different types of bread for unique textures. For an extra kick, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.