Quick Cheese Herb Garlic Bread Recipe

Imagine biting into warm, crusty bread oozing with melted cheese and bursting with the aroma of garlic and fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe unlocks the secrets to achieving that perfect, irresistible cheese-herb-garlic bread in your own kitchen, ready to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients Needed

Alright, let's round up what we need to make this cheesy, herby bread! First, gather your cheese and herbs. I'm talkin' 'bout 4 tablespoons of freshly chopped herbs—dill, rosemary, parsley, and thyme are my go-to. Plus, 2 tablespoons of olive oil. This ensures the aromatic flavors are well infused into the bread.

Now, snag 5 ounces of cheddar or tasty cheese—cut into thin slices, about 10 to 12 should do it! Grab some butter for greasing the pan, too; essential!

For the dry stuff, you'll need 2 1/4 cups of plain flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Don't skimp—measure correctly!

Wet ingredients? Easy. Get 1 1/4 cups of buttermilk—or a milk and vinegar substitute if you're in a pinch. Add 2 eggs and 2 small, crushed garlic cloves!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now that we've prepped all the ingredients, it's time to get cooking—and I promise, it's easier than trying to fold a fitted sheet! First, preheat your oven to 180C/350F. Don't forget to grease an 8" x 4" bread tin with butter.

Next, mix your herbs and olive oil. Sift the dry ingredients into a bowl. Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl and whisk. I find it's best to make a well in the dry ingredients before pouring in the wet! Warm milk can also be used to activate the yeast, creating a fluffier texture.

Pour ⅓ of the batter into the bread tin. Dollop half the herbs on top, then swirl them in with a knife. Now, add half the cheese slices, pushing them randomly into the batter.

Pour the remaining batter. Dollop and swirl the remaining herbs, adding the final cheese slices. Bake for 30 mins, cover with foil, and bake for another 15–20 mins. A skewer should come out clean! It's done! Cool for 10 mins before cutting.

Recipe Notes & Tips

Let's explore into some very helpful recipe notes and essential tips I've gathered from making this cheesy, herby bread, which I think you'll find super useful. I found pre-sliced cheese kinda disappears; that's no fun! Thicker slices – about 2mm – give you those awesome melted cheese ribbons.

Don't have buttermilk? No sweat because I've got you covered! Mix 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons of regular milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until it looks a bit curdled – yes, curdled! – then use it.

Dried herbs work in a pinch, but trust me, fresh herbs bring a flavor explosion! If you're using dried, go for 2 tablespoons. About storing, it'll last for 3 days in an airtight container. Want longer? Pop it in the fridge and toast it later – problem solved!

Serving Suggestions

With all that said about getting the recipe just right and keeping the bread fresh, what about serving ideas? I think this bread is so versatile; that's what I love about it! You've got to try it with a few things; I promise you won't be disappointed.

Consider these scenarios:

Imagine a cozy night in with a bowl of tomato soup — perfect dunking material!
Picture a cheese board — this bread becomespart of the board!
Think about a potluck — be the star of the show with this unexpected delight!
Envision a simple grilled-chicken salad – a side you might never use again, but wish to!

Don't overthink its use; it's awesome on its own! Toasting a slice with a smear of butter? Heavenly, I tell you! Experiment! It's just bread, herbs, and cheese. Have fun, alright?

Nutritional Information

I'm super excited to share the nutritional facts with you, so you know exactly what you're getting in each yummy slice! Each serving – about 104 grams – packs around 271 calories. Not bad, right?

Let's break it down. You're looking at roughly 29.5 grams of carbohydrates, 10.5 grams of protein—that's something!, and 12.3 grams of fat per serving.

Specifically, there are 5.1 grams of saturated fat. Keep an eye on that – moderation is key! You'll also find 62 mg of cholesterol; 512 mg of sodium. Sodium, huh; better than eating fast food!

Plus, there's some good stuff – 230 mg of potassium, 1.2 grams of fiber, and a teeny bit of sugar – 1.7 grams, in fact.

Vitamins and minerals? You're getting 300 IU of Vitamin A, 240 mg of calcium–yes!, and 2.2 mg of iron. Now, who's ready for another slice?