Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 cup

Olive Oil

2 clove

Garlic

crushed

1 loaf

Crusty Bread

sliced

0.5 cup

Parmesan Cheese

cut in chunks

2 sprig

Fresh Rosemary

leaves removed

Step 1
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a small saute pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Peel and crush garlic, add to the warm oil.

Step 3
~2 min

Infuse garlic flavor into the oil, avoiding burning.

Step 4
~2 min

Turn off heat when garlic starts to sizzle.

Step 5
~2 min

Set garlic-infused oil aside.

Step 6
~2 min

Slice crusty bread into 1/4 - 1/2 inch slices.

Step 7
~2 min

Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet.

Step 8
~2 min

Brush bread slices with garlic-infused oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Combine parmesan cheese, cooked garlic, and rosemary leaves in a food processor.

Step 10
~2 min

Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs (cornmeal consistency).

Step 11
~2 min

Broil bread slices on low until lightly golden.

Step 12
~2 min

Remove from broiler and top with cheese mixture.

Step 13
~2 min

Avoid heaping cheese mixture to prevent a chewy center.

Step 14
~2 min

Return to broiler until cheese melts and bread is golden.

Step 15
~2 min

Cool on a rack.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve with your favorite dip.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Watch carefully under the broiler to prevent burning.

Use high-quality parmesan cheese for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of garlic and rosemary to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pair with a creamy dip or sauce.

Garnish with fresh rosemary.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marinara Sauce
Pesto
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common appetizer in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday
Appetizer
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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