Description
Pioneering Pioneer Woman’s garlic bread brings rustic Italian charm to kitchen tables. Herb-infused butter and crusty artisan bread combine for a mouthwatering side that will make you crave another slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 French loaf
- 1 ½ cups mixed cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, grated (170 grams)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (50 grams)
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 stick (½ cup or 113 grams) butter, softened
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise (use real mayonnaise, avoid low-fat or Miracle Whip)
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 1 large garlic clove, finely minced
- 4 green onions, finely minced
Instructions
- Craft the cheese blend by thoroughly mixing mayonnaise, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan cheese, and finely chopped green onions in a medium mixing bowl. For optimal flavor development, consider preparing this mixture 2-3 hours before assembling and refrigerating.
- Position the oven rack in the center and preheat to 425°F (218°C), allowing sufficient time for complete temperature stabilization.
- Transform the French loaf by carefully slicing it lengthwise, then dividing each half into two equal sections, creating four distinct bread pieces.
- Melt 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of softened butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Introduce minced garlic and gently sauté until aromatic, taking care to prevent browning.
- Press each bread piece face down into the fragrant garlic-infused butter, ensuring complete coverage and flavor absorption.
- Generously distribute the prepared cheese mixture across the buttered surface of each bread piece, spreading evenly to the edges for consistent coverage.
- Arrange the prepared bread sections on a baking sheet, transferring them directly into the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly. For an enhanced golden-brown finish, activate the broiler for the final 60-90 seconds.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool briefly. Serve immediately while warm, either as individual mini-loaves or slice into smaller, shareable portions.
Notes
- Prepare this crowd-pleasing appetizer up to a few hours before serving, giving flavors time to meld and develop.
- Slice the bread diagonally to maximize surface area for garlic butter and cheese coverage.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes, perfect for spice-loving guests or milder palates.
- Fresh Parmesan cheese elevates the entire dish with its sharp, nutty undertones that complement the rich garlic butter.
- Experiment with different bread types like sourdough or ciabatta to create unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg