Cheesy Garlic Bread

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf soft Italian bread
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 6 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (plus more to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella (plus more as desired)
• Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large sheet pan (big enough to fit the bread) with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Set aside.

2. 2

   Using a serrated knife, cut the bread into two halves lengthwise.

3. 3

   Make the garlic butter spread: In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black ground pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.

4. 4

   Spread the prepared garlic butter over the cut side of the bread and transfer to the prepared sheet pan, buttered side up. Bake for 10 minutes until the butter is melted and the edges are slightly crisp.

5. 5

   Remove from the oven and top generously with the mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 to 6 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Then, broil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown on top.

6. 6

   Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Cut into slices and serve warm.