CHEESY PESTO STUFFED GARLIC BREAD
simple to make & full of flavor!
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WHY YOU SHOULD MAKE THIS BREAD
It takes 5 minutes to prep.
It's crispy on the edges and soft in the center.
Serve it with soup, steak, salad, & more!
Make this for dinner parties or get-togethers.
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INGREDIENTS
- CRUSTY BREAD
- PESTO (STORE-BOUGHT OR HOMEMADE)
- UNSALTED BUTTER
- FRESH GARLIC
- SHREDDED MOZZARELLA
- SHREDDED PARMESAN
- KOSHER SALT
- FRESHLY-GROUND BLACK PEPPER
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01
First, slice the brad in half horizontally. Then, cut the bread into thick slices leaving the bottom 1/2-inch uncut.
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02
In a small bowl, mix together the pesto, unsalted butter, fresh garlic, Kosher salt, and ground black pepper until smooth.
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03
Using a small rubber spatula, spread the pesto filling in-between the bread slices. Spread the rest on top of the bread.
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04
Sprinkle the bread evenly with the mozzarella and parmesan. Bake the bread until the cheese is melted & bubbly. Slice & enjoy!
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TIP!
For softer garlic bread, 'sandwich' the bread halves cheese-side together. Wrap the bread in tin foil & bake until the bread is hot & cheese is melty.
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SERVING IDEAS
Enjoy the bread with soup or Caesar salad.
Eat the bread with steak, pot roast, beef bourguignon, & more!
Make this recipe into French bread pizzas.
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WHAT IS THE BEST BREAD FOR THIS RECIPE?
That totally depends on what you like! My personal favorite is a crusty Italian loaf. But feel free to use sourdough, French bread, & more.
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HEY THERE,
I'M SARA LYNN
Sunday Table is my little corner of the internet where I share about cozy recipes, entertaining for loved ones, greyhounds, & life in the mountains.
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