Ingredients
– 1 loaf of French bread (or Italian bread)
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried parsley
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano
– ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
– ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Garlic Bread Bits is straightforward if you follow these steps carefully:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it nice and hot for baking.
2. Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread in half lengthwise, then cut each half into bite-sized pieces.
3. Make the Garlic Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, and salt. Mix well until fully incorporated.
4. Spread the Butter: Generously spread the garlic butter mixture over each piece of bread, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the buttered bread pieces for an extra cheesy flavor.
6. Bake the Bits: Arrange the bread pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place them in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve: Remove from the oven and enjoy your Garlic Bread Bits hot, either plain or with your choice of dipping sauce.
By following these straightforward steps, you’ll have a batch of delectable Garlic Bread Bits ready to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-16 bits
- Calories: 120 kcal per serving
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 2g