America S Test Kitchen Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe

Ingredients for America S Test Kitchen Cheesy Garlic Bread

• Garlic Cloves
• Unsalted Butter
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Ground Black Pepper
• Baguette
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or your preferred cheese)

How to Make America S Test Kitchen Cheesy Garlic Bread

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Position oven rack to the second position from the bottom.
3. In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over low heat. Add 4 cloves garlic, finely grated (using a microplane or small grater), and 1 tablespoon of water. Sauté gently for 7-10 minutes, or until a smooth paste forms.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the garlic paste with 7 tablespoons (1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon) of softened butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
5. Slice a loaf of your favorite bread (approximately 1 pound) lengthwise into two halves. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both cut sides of the bread.
6. Place the two halves back together, forming a whole loaf. Wrap the loaf tightly in aluminum foil.
7. Place the foil-wrapped loaf on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven, carefully unwrap the foil, and separate the bread halves. Place them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
9. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the bread begins to lightly brown.
10. Turn on the broiler to high.
11. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (or your favorite cheese) evenly over the top of both bread halves.
12. Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown, and the bread is crispy.
13. Carefully remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a cutting board, cheesy side down.
14. Cut into slices and serve immediately. Enjoy!