Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ciabatta loaded with slow roasted garlic confit butter, chili flakes, parsley, and melted mozzarella. The perfect snack or side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 27 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Fusion
For the Garlic Confit
- 1 head garlic 15 to 20 cloves, peeled
- 1 cup oil
- Salt and black pepper
For the Garlic Butter
- 1/4 cup garlic confit cloves soft (no oil)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes adjust to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 to 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
For Assembly
- 1 loaf ciabatta or bread of your choice
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Place the peeled garlic cloves in a small oven safe bowl. Cover with oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Bake until the cloves are completely soft and golden. Set aside to cool slightly.
Add 1/4 cup of the soft confit cloves to a bowl and mash with a fork until smooth. Add the softened butter, chili flakes, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Slice the ciabatta in half lengthways. Spread the garlic butter generously over both cut sides all the way to the edges. Top with shredded mozzarella.
Bake at 180°C for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top.
Slice and serve immediately.
Keyword cheese bread, garlic bread