Garlic Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread Appetizer
A warm, crusty loaf of bread infused with garlic and melted cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven
- Saucepan
- Cutting Board
- Serrated Knife
- Pastry Brush
- Aluminum Foil
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 large round loaf Sourdough or Artisan Bread A good bread with a crusty exterior and soft interior.
Butter
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for richness.
Garlic
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
Herbs and Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Adds freshness.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides gooey texture.
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a sharp flavor.
Optional Ingredients
- Red Pepper Flakes For a spicy kick.
- Fresh Herbs (Basil or Chives) For garnishing.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in minced garlic, dried parsley, and salt. Let sit for a few minutes.
- Make vertical and horizontal cuts in the round loaf of bread, creating a grid pattern.
- Brush the melted garlic butter mixture all over the top and between the cuts of the bread.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese into the cuts of the bread.
- Wrap the bread in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Unwrap and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, and optionally sprinkle with red pepper flakes and fresh herbs.
- Serve warm, allowing guests to pull apart the pieces.
Notes
Feel free to adjust ingredients based on your preferences. This recipe is flexible.