Garlic Bread With Cheese (Print Version)

Golden French bread with garlic butter and gooey cheese, finished with parsley for a flavorful, shareable side.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 loaf French bread, about 1 lb
02 - 1 stick salted butter, at room temperature
03 - 6 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
05 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
06 - 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
07 - Fresh parsley, to garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - Combine butter, garlic, Italian salad dressing, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese in a large bowl until well mixed.
03 - Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter evenly over each half.
04 - Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, butter side up. Top each half with Parmesan cheese, followed by the remaining mozzarella cheese.
05 - Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
06 - Increase oven temperature to 450°F and bake for up to 8 additional minutes, keeping a close watch, until the top begins to brown.
07 - Remove from the oven and cut into 1-inch slices. Garnish with parsley and serve alongside pasta, soup, or marinara sauce.

# Notes:

01 - Use French bread for its crispy crust and soft center, perfect for holding the cheesy garlic butter.
02 - Freshly minced garlic offers better flavor compared to jarred.
03 - Shred Parmesan and mozzarella from a block for optimal taste and melting.
04 - High-quality butter enhances the overall flavor. Consider brands like Cabot or Land O' Lakes.

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