Quick and Simple Skillet Garlic Bread Toast Recipe

wellhealthorganic.com Garlic bread: Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade garlic bread without the need for an oven. This easy recipe requires just a few basic ingredients and a skillet or frying pan, making it perfect for a quick snack or accompaniment to any meal.

Garlic bread

• Preparation Time: 5 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Italian, International
• Course: Snack
• Diet: Vegetarian
• Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

1. 8 slices of bread or a loaf cut into 8 slices, approximately 0.75 inches thick (use any preferred bread)
2. 2 tablespoons of butter, salted or unsalted
3. ½ teaspoon of minced or grated garlic (or 3 to 4 small to medium-sized garlic cloves, peeled and minced)
4. Salt, to taste (if using unsalted butter)
5. Red chili flakes, to taste
6. Dry oregano, to taste (or any preferred herbs)
7. Black pepper, to taste (optional)

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Instructions:

Preparation:

1. Cut each bread slice into equal halves or triangles.
2. In a small mixing bowl, blend together the softened butter and minced garlic. If you're using unsalted butter, incorporate a pinch of salt into the mixture.
3. Thoroughly blend the softened butter and minced garlic until evenly combined.
4. Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture onto the bread slices, adjusting the amount according to preference.

Cooking:

1. Heat a frying pan or flat skillet over medium heat.
2. Once the pan is heated, lower the heat to medium-low or low. Place the bread slices onto the skillet.
3. Cover the bread slices with a lid and allow them to roast until lightly golden and slightly toasted at the edges.
4. For a crisper texture, toast the bread slices for additional minutes if desired.
5. Once the garlic bread is lightly toasted, sprinkle with preferred herbs and spices. Suggestions include red chili flakes and dried oregano.
6. If using a small pan, toast the garlic bread in batches.
7. Serve the garlic bread toast hot or warm.

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Notes:

• Garlic chives can be used as an alternative to garlic.
• Customize the flavor by sprinkling preferred spices and herbs on the garlic bread.
• Fresh butter or homemade butter is recommended for best results.
• Smaller garlic cloves tend to have a stronger flavor compared to larger ones.
• For oven baking, preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and bake the bread slices on the top rack for 4 to 6 minutes, until lightly toasted. Avoid over-browning the bread.