Garlic Bread

Garlic Bread Recipe made with French bread, creamy garlic Parmesan butter, and baked until the edges turn golden and evenly crisp on the edges.

Author’s Notes

From Soup Sidekick to Main Attraction

Back when I shared my Nordstrom Tomato Soup copycat recipe, my entire family absolutely flipped for the crostini topping. My husband said it was the best garlic bread he had ever had, and the kids polished off the whole tray, dipping their way through their soup bowls. It was basically a 1:1 ratio of dipping to bread, haha.

So I figured, why not turn those crostinis into a full-blown garlic bread recipe situation? I grabbed some French bread, mixed up that buttery filling, and piled it on thick. A quick bake later, garlic bread was on the table and just as big a hit as before.

Honestly, this bread could not be easier. It is quick to make, simple from start to finish, and the reliable side for just about any meal.

Garlic Bread Recipe Ingredients

Ingredient	Tip or Swap
French Bread	Use a soft loaf for the best texture. Day-old bread works great for extra crisp edges.
Butter	Make sure it’s softened so it mixes smoothly. Salted or unsalted both work; adjust salt as needed.
Garlic & Garlic Powder	Using both gives deep, layered garlic flavor.
Parmesan Cheese	Use real, refrigerated Parmesan; not the shelf-stable kind (that’s not real cheese!). Go for good-quality grated cheese (sand-like texture) for the best flavor.
Fresh Parsley	Adds color and freshness. Use freeze-dried parsley if needed.

How to Make This Garlic Bread Recipe

1. Prep the Oven: Heat to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
2. Mix the Butter: Combine butter, garlic, garlic powder, salt, Parmesan, and parsley.
3. Spread It On: Slice the bread lengthwise, then spread the butter evenly on cut sides.
4. Bake: Pop it in the oven for 10–12 minutes, until the edges turn golden and lightly crisp.
5. Serve: Slice, serve warm, and try not to eat the whole loaf before dinner!

Dip This Garlic Bread In:

Soups And Stews

Peanut Butter Soup

Dinner

Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Dinner

Cajun Chicken Bowls

Dinner

Yellow Curry Broth Bowl

What to Serve With This Recipe

This Garlic Bread Recipe fits in everywhere! Here are a few of a reliable pairings:

• With tomato soup (it’s the move)
• Alongside pasta like Spaghetti or Baked Ziti
• With hearty soups or stews
• With a crisp, fresh salad like my Caesar salad

Storage

Storing & Reheating

• Store: Keep leftovers in a sealed bag at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Wrap in foil and bake at 350°F until warm.
• Freeze: Freeze buttered halves before baking, then bake straight from frozen with a few extra minutes of cook time.