How to make fragrant and delicious homemade garlic bread (with a restaurant-style toaster)
Garlic bread is a popular dish that was once mostly found in restaurants and cafés, but nowadays it has made its way into home kitchens as well. The good news is that preparing garlic bread is not difficult at all; you only need a few simple ingredients such as fresh garlic, butter, and Hydrogen organic spices. The secret behind its exceptional flavor lies in the choice of spices. The difference between ordinary garlic bread and those fragrant, restaurant-style versions is exactly this: using natural and fresh spices, which soften the sharp, pungent smell of garlic and give the bread a smooth, pleasant, and professional taste.
Ingredients for making homemade garlic bread
To achieve fragrant bread with a soft texture, it is recommended to use fresh ingredients—especially garlic and thyme, which play the main role in the final aroma of the bread. The amounts below can be adjusted based on the size of the bread and your taste:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fresh garlic | 4 cloves |
| Animal butter | 50 g |
| Mozzarella cheese | As needed |
| Pizza dough | 1 large piece |
| Dried thyme | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt and black pepper | As needed |
Step-by-step instructions for making garlic bread
Step 1: Preparing garlic and spices
Grate the garlic finely. In a pan, melt the butter and add the grated garlic. Sauté for just a few seconds—the goal is to release the aroma of the garlic, not to fry it. Then add black pepper, thyme, and a small amount of salt, stirring for a few more seconds to blend the flavors.
Step 2: Preparing the bread
Place the pizza dough or your chosen bread on the work surface. Drizzle some olive oil over it and spread evenly with a brush or the back of a spoon so the surface becomes coated and aromatic. Then gently spread the garlic and spice mixture across the bread.
Step 3: Adding the cheese
Sprinkle some mozzarella cheese over the surface of the bread. If pizza dough is not available, you can use fresh baguette or toast bread instead. Just make sure the bread is not dry so that the final garlic bread remains soft and pleasant in texture.
Step 4: Final baking
Preheat the oven at 180°C for 10–15 minutes. Place the bread on a baking tray. To retain moisture, you may cover it lightly with foil. After 10–15 minutes, the cheese will be melted and the bread golden and ready. Finally, sprinkle some chopped parsley or dried thyme on top to complete its look and flavor.
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If you also have a special method for making garlic bread more delicious, we would be happy for you to share it with us and other Hydrogen companions. At Hydrogen, we are eager to hear your experiences.
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