Garlic Bread
Upgrade your meal with this easy-to-make garlic bread. Made with sub rolls, butter, and garlic, it’s a delicious addition to any dish.
Make this quick and simple garlic bread to elevate your meal without breaking a sweat. It’s buttery, crisp, and full of flavor thanks to fresh garlic and chopped parsley. Whether you’re serving it with pasta, soup, or a hearty stew, it adds the perfect finishing touch.
This recipe uses sub rolls or a halved baguette—whatever you have on hand. It’s just as fast and easy as the frozen kind but so much better. A quick bake followed by a short broil makes it golden and toasty on top, with a soft interior that’s perfect for soaking up sauces.
Why You’ll Love It
Fast and easy. Ready in under 15 minutes using just a few pantry staples.
Better than store-bought. Fresh garlic and butter create rich flavor without additives or preservatives.
Versatile. Works as a side, appetizer, sandwich base, or even a snack.
Ingredient Notes
- Sub rolls or baguette: Soft sub rolls or a split baguette (about 6 ounces) make a sturdy base.
- Butter: Use melted butter for easy brushing and even browning.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic brings the boldest flavor.
- Parsley: Adds color and a hint of freshness. Use flat-leaf or curly parsley.
Steps to Make Garlic Bread
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and position a rack in the upper third. Melt the butter with minced garlic over medium-low heat just until aromatic—don’t let it brown.
- Split the rolls or baguette and place them cut side up on a baking pan. Brush with the garlic butter and sprinkle with parsley.
- Bake for 7 minutes, then switch to broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until the tops are golden and crisp. Serve hot.
Recipe Variations
- Cheesy: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan over the bread before baking.
- Herbs: Add a dash dried oregano, basil, or an Italian herb blend to the melted butter and garlic.
- Heat: Kick it up with a dash of red pepper flakes.
- Lemon: A dash of lemon zest can add a fresh, zesty taste.
Ways to Use Garlic Bread
- Sandwiches: Use it as a base for sandwiches, such as meatball subs, Italian beef, or French dip.
- Pizza: Top slices with pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese and
- Croutons: Cut leftover garlic bread into small cubes and toast them. Sprinkle them over salads or soup.
- Bruschetta: Top slices with diced tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an impromptu appetizer.
- Dipping: Serve it sliced with marinara or a cheese dip.
Tips for Garlic Bread
- Temperature: Make sure the butter and garlic mixture isn’t too hot or you could risk burning the garlic. It should just be softened.
- Garlic: Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. You could also sprinkle it with a bit of garlic powder to double up on the flavor.
- Baking and Broiling: Baking heats the bread, then it’s broiled for 2 to 3 minutes. Keep an eye on it and take it out of the oven when it’s done to your liking.
- Pan: If you line you pan, you should use foil and not parchment because the broiler could ignite the paper.
Serving Suggestions
- Salad: Garlic bread is fabulous with a tossed salad, or use it to make croutons for a Caesar salad.
- Pasta: A spaghetti dinner is wonderful, and even better with crusty garlic bread ! Or serve the garlic bread with this tasty chicken tetrazzini or spicy shrimp Alfredo.
- Soup: When making onion soup, replace the traditional French bread with a slice of garlic bread. New England clam chowder is another excellent soup to pair with garlic bread, or serve it with this easy slow cooker chicken chowder.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate: Wrap leftovers in foil and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Wrap tightly in foil and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw before reheating.
To Reheat: Bake at 350°F wrapped in foil for 10 minutes or until heated through. For crisp edges, open the foil for the last 2 minutes.
Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 2 sub rolls, split horizontally or 1/2 baguette, approx. 6 ounces
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Position the oven rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350°F.
- Put the butter and minced garlic in a small skillet or saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until the butter has melted and the garlic is aromatic.
- Place the split sub rolls on a baking pan, cut side up and brush with the butter and garlic mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Bake the bread for 7 minutes, then turn the oven broiler on and broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until browned.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
