Posted on Friday, July 12, 2024 in
Bread Recipes
| Preparation time | 10 min |
| Cooking Time | 20 min |
| Ready In | 30 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 6 |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 659 |
| Fat | 36g |
| Carbs | 57g |
| Protein | 26g |
Ingredients
1 loaf Portuguese bread, about 1 lb1 stick salted butter, at room temperature6 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup Italian salad dressing1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, dividedFresh Parsley, to garnish
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Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine the butter, garlic, Italian salad dressing, and 1 cup of the Mozzarella cheese in a large bowl until well incorporated.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and spread the top of each half with equal amounts of garlic butter.
- Place the halves on a baking sheet, butter side up.
- Top with Parmesan cheese, then with remaining Mozzarella.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Increase heat to 450° and bake for up to 8 additional minutes, until the top begins to brown.
- Keep an eye on it during this time.
- Remove and cut into 1-inch slices.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with pasta, soup, or homemade marinara sauce.
Recipe & Photo Credit: thecozycook.com
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