Description
This Easy Garlic Cheese Bread recipe uses Texas toast topped with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, cheddar jack cheese, parmesan, and seasoned with garlic butter for a rich, flavorful, and perfectly melty appetizer or side dish. Quick to prep and baked until bubbly, it’s an irresistible garlic bread upgrade that’s perfect for gatherings or an easy snack.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise (real)
- 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garlic Butter
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste
Bread
- 8 slices Texas Toast
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy cleanup.
- Make Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise with shredded Cheddar Jack and grated Parmesan cheese. Press and stir thoroughly until you form a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Season Cheese Spread: Stir in the chopped parsley, seasoned salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cover and refrigerate this mixture while preparing the other components.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt the salted butter in a small skillet over low heat. Add the chunky garlic paste and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the garlic releases a fragrant aroma, infusing the butter.
- Butter the Bread: Arrange the Texas Toast slices on your prepared baking sheet or a crisping rack. Generously brush both sides of each slice with the garlic butter mixture to impart robust garlic flavor and moisture.
- Apply Cheese Mixture: Spoon the refrigerated mayo and cheese spread over each slice and smooth the top to cover the bread evenly. This creates a creamy, cheesy topping ready to bake.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the prepared slices for 10 to 12 minutes until the bread is toasted and the cheese mixture is bubbly and melted. For an extra crispy finish, optionally broil the slices for a few minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle additional parsley over the baked garlic cheese bread if desired, then serve warm as a delicious appetizer or side.
Notes
- Use real mayonnaise for the best creamy texture.
- Chunky garlic paste provides an intense but balanced garlic flavor; you can substitute with fresh minced garlic if preferred.
- Broiling at the end is optional but adds a delightful crispness to the top.
- If Texas Toast is unavailable, use thick-cut sandwich bread as a substitute.
- Ensure to keep the cheese spread chilled until ready to apply to prevent it from becoming too runny.
