How to Make Garlic Cheese Bread

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Garlic cheese bread is a perfect complement to any robust Italian meal. It's great for mopping up pasta sauce or served at the start of the meal with a salad. Use real garlic and French bread for the best results.

Things You'll Need

• 1 1/2 cup butter or mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops (optional)
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 loaf of French bread, halved lengthwise
• 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
• Paprika (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut the bread lengthwise.

2. In a medium sized mixing bowl, mix the butter or mayonnaise, cheese, onions, and garlic.

3. Spread the garlic mixture over both halves of the bread. Sprinkle with the parsley and with paprika if you choose. Wrap each half in foil and refrigerate or freeze for 1 to 2 hours. Unwrap when ready to use and place on a baking sheet. You can leave the frozen loaf in the freezer for about 2 weeks.

4. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Bake until the cheese puffs and is as brown as you like. Cut into slices.