Garlic Bread

Garlic Bread is a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish that has become a favorite around the world. Its origins can be traced back to the traditional Italian Bruschetta, where slices of toasted bread were topped with olive oil, fresh garlic, and herbs. Over time, the dish evolved in American and European cuisine, with garlic butter becoming the signature spread used to create the rich, aromatic Garlic Bread we know today.

Today, Garlic Bread is available in a variety of delicious versions, including Cheese Garlic Bread, Herb Garlic Bread, and Stuffed Garlic Bread. Its crisp, golden crust, buttery texture, and irresistible garlic aroma make it the perfect accompaniment to pasta, soups, and salads. It is equally popular as an evening snack, party starter, or quick appetizer.

Whether served plain or topped with melted cheese and herbs, restaurant-style Garlic Bread is loved for its comforting flavors and satisfying crunch. Discover how to recreate this classic favorite at home with ease.

Ingredients

• 4 bread slices

• 3 tbsp butter, softened

• 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated

• ½ tsp oregano

• ½ tsp chilli flakes

• Salt, to taste

• ¼ tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Black Pepper Powder

  
  

Method

In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and finely chopped garlic to prepare a flavorful garlic butter.

Spread the garlic butter generously over one side of each bread slice.

Top the bread evenly with the grated mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle with oregano, chilli flakes, Shalimar's Chef Spices Black Pepper Powder, and a pinch of salt.

Bake in a preheated oven, cook on a tawa with a covered lid, or air fry for 5–7 minutes, or until the bread turns crisp and golden and the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.

Serve hot with a bowl of soup or enjoy it as a delicious snack or party appetizer. Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, this restaurant-style Garlic Bread is sure to be a family favorite.