Cheese Garlic Spanish Bread

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds flavor and is healthier.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach provides nutrients while dried herbs are more affordable.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: none

Garlic powder offers convenience without sacrificing flavor.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Slice the bread in half lengthwise.

Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a bowl.

Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.

Sprinkle grated cheese generously over the buttered bread.

Season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.

Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.

Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens