30-Minute Garlic Parmesan Bread with Soft Butter
Sliced French or Italian bread layered with garlic-infused soft butter and topped with Parmesan cheese. The loaf is wrapped in foil and baked until heated through, creating a savory side dish with crispy edges and soft, buttery interior.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Slice the bread loaf about two-thirds of the way through.
- 2
Combine soft butter with minced garlic in a bowl, mixing until soft and fluffy.
- 3
Spread butter generously on both sides of the slices, reserving some for the top.
- 4
Brush remaining butter over the top of the loaf.
- 5
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
- 6
Wrap loaf tightly in foil.
- 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
Tips
Use an electric knife for easier slicing through the bread.
Wrap foil-wrapped loaf can be refrigerated until ready to bake.
Good to Know
Wrapped foil-covered loaf keeps refrigerated up to 3 days. Reheat in foil at 350 F for 10 minutes.
Assemble loaf, wrap in foil, and refrigerate up to one day before baking.
Serve warm as a side dish with pasta, soup, or Italian meals.
Common Mistakes
Do not overbake to avoid bread becoming hard and dry.
Do not skip wrapping in foil to avoid uneven browning and drying.