Description
Wondering what to serve with pasta? Browse over 30 of the best side dishes for pasta including salads, crusty breads, roasted vegetables, and more. One of our favorite side dishes for pasta is this Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) loaf French bread
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- fresh parsley (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large half sheet baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Slice the French bread in half, lengthwise. Place the bread, cut side up, on the lined baking sheet.
- In a small mixing bowl, add butter, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine until smooth.
- Spread the garlic mixture evenly over the halved bread. Top with mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Turn on the broiler and broil on HI for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese becomes golden brown and the edges of the bread become crispy.
- Slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American