Melt-in-Your-Mouth Gridded Cheesy Bread in Just 30 Minutes

This Gridded Cheesy Bread is a quick and easy appetizer that brings together crisp golden crust, gooey cheese, and aromatic garlic, making it perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

1 loaf Sourdough Bread Preferred for flavor and chewiness

For the Garlic Butter

1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for a lighter option
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic packs a powerful punch
2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Fresh or dried herbs can be used

For the Filling

1 cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese Or your favorite melting cheese
1 teaspoon Salt Consider using garlic salt for an extra kick

Equipment

Oven
microwave
Baking Dish
serrated knife
aluminum foil

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30-50 seconds.
Crush the garlic cloves and finely chop the parsley. Combine in the melted butter with salt.
Cut the loaf of sourdough into a diamond pattern, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
Spoon the garlic butter mixture into each cut and sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese.
Wrap the loaf tightly in aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
Unwrap the bread, sprinkle more cheese on top, and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Let the bread cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Enjoy the bread warm as an appetizer or side dish, paired with marinara for dipping.

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