Herb-Infused Garlic Bread
A crusty, flavorful bread topped with fresh herbs, garlic, and melted butter for a perfect side or snack. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes pairs loaf sourdough or French bread bread, softened unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf sourdough or French bread bread
- 4 oz softened unsalted butter
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice bread lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, Parmesan, and black pepper until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly over the bread slices.
- Step 3: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Garlic Bread take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Garlic Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep softened unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Garlic Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Garlic Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Garlic Bread?
French quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
