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America's Test Kitchen Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe

Elevate your dinner with America's Test Kitchen's irresistible Cheesy Garlic Bread! This recipe delivers unbelievably crusty, garlicky goodness without being overpowering. We use a clever garlic-grating technique for superior texture, leaving store-bought versions in the dust. Prepare for a flavor explosion that will have everyone begging for more!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 726.5 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for America's Test Kitchen Cheesy Garlic Bread

  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 loaf bread (approximately 1 pound)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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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!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

74g

Carbs

33g

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