Description
Warm, gooey cheesy bread with a crisp golden crust, soft interior, and a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses for a savory, comforting side.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with foil.
- Slice loaf in half lengthwise and place cut side up on baking sheet.
- Mix softened butter with minced garlic; spread evenly over both bread halves.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan evenly over buttered bread.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For golden top, broil 1–2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle parsley on top, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Swap mozzarella for pepper jack for a spicy twist.
- Layer sliced tomatoes or cooked bacon under cheese for extra flavor.
- Use a mix of Italian cheeses for richer taste.
- Store leftovers wrapped in foil in fridge up to 3 days.
- Reheat in 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes; avoid microwaving to keep bread crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
