Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 large round bread loaf (e.g., sourdough or artisan bread)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 3-4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon parsley (dried or fresh, chopped)
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the bread:
   • Place the bread loaf on a cutting board.
   • Use a serrated knife to make diagonal cuts about 1 inch apart, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom of the bread.
   • Turn the bread 90 degrees and repeat, creating a crisscross pattern.
3. Prepare the garlic butter:
   • In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and dried or fresh parsley.
4. Assemble the bread:
   • Gently pull apart the bread and use a spoon or pastry brush to drizzle the garlic butter into the cuts, ensuring it gets deep into the loaf.
   • Stuff the shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese (if using) into the cracks.
5. Bake the bread:
   • Wrap the loaf loosely in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
   • Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is crispy.
6. Garnish and serve:
   • Sprinkle fresh parsley over the bread before serving.
   • Serve warm and enjoy pulling apart the cheesy, garlicky goodness!

This dish is ideal for parties, gatherings, or as a cozy treat. Let me know if you’d like variations, like adding bacon or different herbs!