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toast garlic herb and cheese bread on a sheet pan topped with a knife.

Italian Cheese Bread Recipe

Amanda
This easy Italian cheese bread recipe is flavored with garlic, parsley and Italian cheese. This quick recipe takes less than 10 minutes and is a great side dish or appetizer!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 354 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf Italian bread
  • 1 stick salted butter softened
  • ½ cup shredded Italian cheese blend
  • 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the broiler in the oven on high and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise and place cut side up on the prepared sheet pan.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the butter, cheese, garlic and parsley and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Spread the butter and cheese mixture evenly on both cut sides of the bread halves.
  • Place the bread under the broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese and butter are melted and lightly browned.
  • Slice the bread into pieces and serve.

Notes

  • Chop the garlic and parsley into small pieces for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature so you can easily mix it with the other ingredients.
  • Keep a close eye on the bread when it's cooking under the broiler or it could easily burn.
  • This bread can be browned in a toast oven, but the bread may need to be cut into smaller pieces depending on the size of the oven.
 

Substitutions and Variations

  • Bread - A soft loaf of Italian or even French bread works best for this recipe. A crustier, heartier loaf of sourdough or ciabatta bread will also work, but will make for chewier pieces.
  • Cheese - Italian cheese blend is a great cheese to add to the topping for this bread. Shredded mozzarella or provolone will also work. The topping is a lighter cheese topping, but feel free to double the cheese for an even cheesier bread.
  • Spicy - Add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the butter and cheese mixture.
  • Dried Herbs - Instead of fresh, dried parsley can be used or Italian seasoning.
 

Storage Suggestions

Leftover Italian cheese bread will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days and can be reheated in the microwave or under the broiler in the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 2slicesCalories: 354kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 252mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 316IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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