Cheesy Garlic Bread

Ingredients:

– 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. **Preheat the Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. **Prepare the Garlic Butter:**
– In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. **Prepare the Bread:**
– Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.

4. **Add the Cheese:**
– Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered sides of the bread.

5. **Bake the Bread:**
– Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.

6. **Garnish and Serve:**
– Remove the bread from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

7. **Serving Suggestions:**
– Serve the cheesy garlic bread as a side dish with pasta, soup, or salad, or enjoy it as a delicious snack on its own.

Enjoy your cheesy garlic bread!