Cheesy herbed garlic bread is the perfect appetizer for a crowd, with mozzarella, cheddar, green onions, garlic and parsley.
We had our first actual cold day in Toronto, so I think a cheesy and comforting garlic bread is just what is needed today. It was one of those bitter colds that you feel seep right into your bones. I always forget just how cold it can get during the winter.
It’s comfort foods like this garlic bread, and chill (that I pulled out of my freezer for dinner tonight) that are the kinds of recipes I dream about on my cold walk home. I’m pretty lucky because I live about a 10-minute walk from my office, so even on these bitter cold nights, it’s still ok to walk to and from work.
It’s the perfect way to bookend my workday; the walk definitely jolts me awake in the morning and then it gives me a second wind in the evening.
This garlic bread is also the perfect recipe to bring to a holiday themed potluck or to serve as an appetizer during the Super Bowl or any sporting event. I like it because you can get it all prepped, then just wrap it in foil and bring to your friends’ house. Voila! Pop it in the oven for a few minutes and you will most certainly be the MVP.
Who doesn’t love cheesy garlic bread? This recipe has loads of chopped fresh parsley sprinkled on just after it comes out of the oven for a pop of freshness–it pairs perfectly with the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, green onions, garlic and a hint of mayonnaise.
I bet some fresh basil would be delicious on here as well. That’s the fun thing about fresh herbs, feel free to switch them up! If you have rosemary, you can finely chop that and sprinkle some on top, fresh thyme would be delicious on here (it’s one of my favourite herbs to add to grilled cheese).
This recipe is for half a loaf a large loaf of ciabatta bread, which makes about 10 pieces and serves five, but you could definitely double this recipe if you’re feeding a crowd.
Herbed Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 1 a large ciabatta loaf
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 cup mozzarella cheese
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1-2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or basil, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Slice ciabbata loaf in half lengthwise to expose the inside of the bread.
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise with butter, garlic, green onion, cheddar, mozzarella cheese and pepper. Spread mayonnaise mixture over ciabatta.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with parsley or basil and serve immediately.
Let me know if you give this cheesy herbed garlic bread a try in the comments below.
rajendra
SUPER DUPER !
Jasmin
Thanks for sharing. I will try to make your spectacular recipe. I love mix cheese, garlic and herbs. Thank you, thank you 😊
Louisa Clements
Thanks Jasmin, I hope you enjoy!
Tekiete
Nice.I love to
Kishmala Abdul Mabood
Haven’t tasted it yet but I did make the recipe and it smells AMAZING! I can guess though it’ll taste just as amazing. I baked for 10 minutes and then broiled also for like 2 mins until I got the golden brown color. Smells like a winner!
Louisa Clements
I hope you enjoyed, Kishmala! This is one of my favourite recipes. Happy cooking!
Martha
Getting ready to make this for the first time. It will be wonderful on cold nights with a bowl of vegetable or bean soup,
Louisa Clements
I hope you enjoy, Martha! It’s one of my favourites during the chilly months. Happy cooking! Let me know how it goes.
Helene
I did not try your version of this but it is almost identical to one I got out of a magazine years ago and that one was excellent. It called for sharp cheddar mixed with a little freshly grated Parmesan and included a little Beau Monde seasoning and then spread on thin slices of sourdough baguette before running them under a broiler. I like your idea of sprinkling with chopped herbs before serving.
Louisa Clements
That sounds delicious, Helene! I hope you give this one a try next time you’re in the mood for some cheesy garlic bread.
Aruna
It’s 9:30 AM here on a working day and I am wondering how I can make this for lunch. :D
Shirley Clements
Must make this soon to enjoy “all by myself” (during Covid)!
syed zakiulla
very nice but it will be great if you make a video and post it, or if you have youtube video on this please share it,
thanks
Louisa Clements
Thank you! Unfortunately I don’t have a video currently but will look into it!
Christina
LOVE THIS!
Louisa Clements
Thanks Christina!