Garlic Cheese Pesto Loaf (Printable Format)
Crispy bread topped with rich basil pesto, melted mozzarella and Parmesan, and a touch of fresh basil for extra flavor.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 French baguette or Italian bread loaf
→ Spread
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1/2 cup basil pesto
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1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
→ Toppings
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Salt and pepper as needed
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Fresh basil leaves, diced
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1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set your oven to 375°F. Slice the bread horizontally in half.
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Slather with pesto, then garlic butter. Add plenty of both cheeses on top.
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Pop it in for 10-12 minutes till the cheese bubbles. For a crispy top, broil briefly about 1-2 minutes.
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Chop basil, sprinkle over the top, slice it, and enjoy it warm.
# Supplementary Details:
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Keep an eye during broiling so it doesn’t scorch.