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Ciabatta Garlic Bread

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Crispy, golden ciabatta garlic bread brushed with garlic butter and topped with cheddar and Parmesan. Easy to make, perfectly toasted, and the ideal side for pasta, soup, or salad.

Ingredients

•1 loaf ciabatta

•4 tablespoons unsalted butter

•1 tablespoon olive oil

•2 cloves garlic, minced

•1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

•2 teaspoons scallion greens, minced

•1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, minced

•1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

•1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, finely grated

•1/2 cup parmesan, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Using a large serrated knife, slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise. Place the two halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over low to medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the olive oil, garlic, and red pepper. Continue to cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant and tender, but not browned.
  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the scallions, parsley, and salt. Using a pastry brush, spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves.
  5. Place the halves back together (like a sandwich) and loosely cover the baking sheet with foil (do not seal tightly). Bake for 7–8 minutes, until the bread is warmed through and softened.
  6. Remove the foil and separate the halves, cut side up. Sprinkle evenly with shredded Monterey Jack and grated Parmesan.
  7. Return to the oven on the top rack and bake uncovered for 5–7 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end if additional browning is desired.
  8. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into 2″ thick pieces. Garnish with additional Parmesan and crushed red pepper, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Stick to the green scallion tops for this recipe. They add a gentle, herb-like onion flavor, while the white portion is sharper and more intense.

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