Garlic bread can be transformed into an appetizer, or a snack, really greedy and easy to prepare. It is a recipe of Anglo-Saxon derivation and, although tradition provides for the use of a French baguette, it can be prepared with any type of bread. If you want to add an intense and rich aroma to your meals, read the article and choose your preparation: with oil or with butter.
Ingrediants
Version with butter
- 1 Baguette
- Cloves of Garlic, at least 2
- 200 g of Butter
- 3 tablespoons of chopped parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Version with oil
- 1 baguette
- Cloves of Garlic, at least 2
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Garlic powder
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Version with butter
Step 1. Preheat the oven
Set it to a temperature of 175ºC.
Step 2. Make the garlic butter
Pour the butter into a small bowl.
- Chop the garlic finely or mash it with a garlic press and then pour it into the bowl.
- Add the parsley. Season with salt and pepper and mix to combine the ingredients.
Step 3. Cut and stuff
Take a cutting board and cut the bread diagonally, make slices about 2-3 cm thick, remember that you don't have to slice it completely you just have to cut it.
- With your hands create a space between the slices.
- Add a small amount of butter and spread it with a knife.
- Finally, spread the remaining butter on the surface of the baguette.
Step 4. Wrap the baguette in aluminum foil
Tear off a sufficiently large sheet of paper and place the bread in the center of the paper, wrap it carefully.
Close the ends by sealing them
Step 5. Cook
Place the baguette in the center of the oven and cook for about 10 minutes. Turn it upside down and cook for another 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven.
Step 6. Serve
Discard the bread.
Slice and serve it
Method 2 of 3: Version with oil
Step 1. Choose your favorite bread
Baguette is perfect for this preparation, but another bread with just the right amount of crumb can do just as well.
Step 2. Prepare the oil and garlic mixture
In a small bowl, mix the garlic oil, chopped or crushed, and then let them rest for a few minutes.
Step 3. Score the bread without slicing it completely
Spread the oil and garlic mixture over the slices with a brush.
Step 4. Sprinkle some garlic powder on the surface of the bread
Be generous with the quantity, but remember that you will need to turn the bread upside down while baking.
Step 5. Bake the bread at 180 ° C, place it on a non-greased baking sheet
Cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 6. Serve him
Enjoy your meal!
Method 3 of 3: Variations
Step 1. You can create delicious alternatives to the more traditional garlic bread by following this advice:
- Add finely chopped herbs to the garlic mixture. Alternatively, use dry herbs of your choice.
- Incorporate some Parmesan into the garlic blend for an even more intense flavor.
- In the second method, replace half of the used oil with butter, you will get a more crunchy texture.
- Give your preparation a boost with some onion or chili powder.
- Grind some pepper into the garlic mixture.
Step 2. Make a fabulous bruschetta
Spread the garlic mixture on the bread and then season it with tomato and onion slices. If you wish, also add a few thin flakes of Parmesan.
Step 3. If you want to make a Spanish-style sandwich, toast slices or pieces of white bread
Cut a clove of garlic in half and grate it on the bread. Cut a tomato in half and grate on toast as well. Season with extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Accompany it, if you wish, with cheese or tomatoes.
Advice
- The version with oil is perfect for those who don't eat dairy products, make sure you also choose a bread without milk or butter.
- If you don't have fresh garlic available, you can use powdered garlic.
- The quantities indicated in the recipe will be sufficient to prepare 2 or 3 servings of garlic bread, modify them according to the number of your guests.
Warnings
- When using an oven, always take precautions to avoid burning yourself. Discard the bread carefully, the steam, butter and bread will be very hot, wait a few moments before touching them.
- Before serving this recipe make sure your diners love garlic and don't have any allergies. Also have plain bread available for guests who may not like it.
- When you remove the pan from the oven, handle it with special gloves and be sure to place it on a heat-resistant surface.
