Ina Garten Garlic Bread Recipe

This Ina Garten Garlic Bread is a buttery and flavorful recipe, which includes fresh garlic and parsley. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in just 20 minutes.

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Ina Garten Garlic Bread Ingredients

• 1 large French baguette or Italian bread loaf
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat

How To Make Ina Garten Garlic Bread

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2. Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until smooth and well blended.
3. Prepare the bread: Slice the baguette in half lengthwise. If it’s extra long, cut into two shorter sections to fit your baking sheet.
4. Spread the butter: Evenly spread the garlic butter over the cut sides of the bread using a spatula or butter knife. Be generous for best flavor.
5. Bake the bread: Place bread halves cut side up on the baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until butter is melted and edges are lightly crisp.
6. Broil for extra crunch (optional): For a toasted top, switch oven to broil for 1–2 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
7. Slice and serve: Let cool slightly, then cut into individual slices and serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic? Fresh garlic is best, but you can substitute ½ teaspoon garlic powder if needed.
• How to make cheesy garlic bread: Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella or parmesan before baking for a cheesy upgrade.
• Can I prep it ahead of time? Yes, assemble and refrigerate up to 1 day ahead. Bake just before serving.
• How to make it extra crispy: Broil for the last 1–2 minutes and use a crusty baguette.
• Best bread to use: A fresh baguette or Italian loaf gives the perfect crisp-tender texture.

What To Serve With Garlic Bread

This garlic bread makes a perfect side for:

• Pasta dishes like spaghetti or lasagna
• Soups like tomato basil or minestrone
• Salads such as Caesar or Caprese
• Roasted chicken or grilled steak

How To Store Garlic Bread

Refrigerate: Wrap leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness.

Freeze: Wrap tightly in foil and freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat directly from frozen at 350°F until warmed through.

Garlic Bread Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~180
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Protein: 3g
• Sodium: 210mg
• Sugar: <1g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead?
Yes, just reduce the added salt slightly to avoid over-salting.

Can I make this in an air fryer?
Yes, cook at 350°F for 5–6 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Is this bread vegan-friendly?
No, but you can use vegan butter as a dairy-free substitute.

What herbs go well with garlic bread?
Parsley is classic, but basil, oregano, or thyme also add great flavor.

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Hummus Recipe
• Ina Garten Blue Cheese Crackers Recipe
• Ina Garten Sausage Balls Recipe