Sandra Savory minced garlic and aromatic fresh parsley elevate this garlic bread to a dinner table essential you’ll always want alongside every meal. It’s delicious with spaghetti bolognese, creamy tomato soup, grilled steaks, garden salads; in fact most things.
Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread
- 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
How To Make Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe
- Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 200ºC/400ºF and get a large rimmed baking sheet ready to hold your loaf.
- Mix the spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened salted butter with the olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh parsley, mashing them together with a fork until you have a smooth, fragrant, and beautifully green-flecked spread.
- Slice the bread: Using a sharp serrated knife, carefully slice the French loaf in half lengthwise, opening it up like a book to reveal the soft, airy center.
- Spread and season: Slather the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the bread, ensuring you get right to the edges for maximum flavor. If you’re feeling a bit indulgent, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top for a salty, cheesy finish.
- Bake to golden: Place the bread halves cut-side up on the baking sheet and slide them into the hot oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are beautifully toasted and the center is golden and bubbling.
- Serve: Cut the warm loaf into thick, satisfying slices and bring them straight to the table while the butter is still melty and the garlic is at its most aromatic.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the best garlic flavor: Use fresh garlic cloves rather than the jarred variety for a sharper, more authentic bite. If you prefer a milder taste, you can roast the garlic whole before mashing it into the butter.
- Why use a mix of butter and oil: The butter provides that classic rich flavor, while the olive oil helps the bread crisp up more evenly and adds a subtle fruity note to the crust.
- How to prevent burnt edges: Keep a close eye on the bread during the last two minutes of baking; the transition from perfectly golden to overly charred happens very quickly at 400 degrees.
- Best bread choice: A standard French loaf is perfect because it has a relatively soft crust and a light interior that soaks up the butter without becoming too tough.
What To Serve With Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe?
This Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe is a savory, buttery side that needs a saucy or fresh pairing! A big bowl of Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs is the traditional choice for mopping up extra red sauce. For a lighter touch, a Zesty Garden Salad with Italian dressing adds a lovely acidity that cuts through the rich butter! A cup of Creamy Tomato Basil Soup or a glass of Dry Red Wine pairs wonderfully with the toasted, garlic-infused crust.
How To Store Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe
- Refrigerate: Store any leftovers wrapped tightly in foil in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven to restore the crunch.
- Freeze: You can prepare the bread with the garlic butter and wrap it in foil to freeze for up to 4 months.
- Bake from Frozen: To bake directly from the freezer, keep the loaf wrapped in foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes until the butter is completely melted and the bread is hot through.
Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 121 kcal (per slice)
- Total Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 16 mg
- Sodium: 161 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Protein: 1 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, if you don’t have fresh cloves, you can replace them with 1 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder stirred into the butter mixture.
Baking it open on a tray (as in this recipe) results in a crisp, toasted top. If you prefer a very soft, steamy garlic bread, wrap the halves together in foil before placing them in the oven.
Absolutely. Dried oregano or fresh basil make wonderful additions to the butter spread if you want to vary the flavor profile.
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Joanna Gaines Garlic Bread Recipe
Description
A classic, buttery French bread loaf slathered in a fresh garlic and parsley spread, toasted until golden and crisp.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Mix softened butter, oil, minced garlic, and parsley in a bowl until smooth.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and spread the mixture onto the cut sides.
- Top with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until golden and toasted.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a garlic press for the finest mince to ensure the flavor is evenly distributed.
- You can prepare the bread in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- Serve alongside pasta or soup for the perfect comfort meal.
