Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread or Italian bread, cut in half lengthwise

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

• 3-4 cloves garlic, finely minced

• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

2. Make the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until it forms a smooth, uniform paste.

3. Spread the Butter: Place the bread halves cut-side up on your prepared baking sheet. Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the entire surface of both halves, ensuring you get all the way to the edges.

4. Bake the Bread: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the bread starts to turn a beautiful golden brown around the edges.

5. Add the Cheese: Carefully remove the bread from the oven. Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the garlic butter layer.

6. Melt and Crisp: Return the bread to the oven. Change the oven setting to broil (high) and bake for another 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is completely melted, bubbly, and slightly golden. Watch it closely so it does not burn!

7. Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, slice into thick pieces, and enjoy warm!