🧄🧀 Cheesy Garlic Herb Pull-Apart Bread

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 large round sourdough loaf (or Italian bread)

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)

• ½ tsp salt

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella

• ½ cup shredded cheddar (optional, for extra flavor)

• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Line a baking sheet with foil.

2️⃣ Slice the Bread

• Using a serrated knife, cut the loaf in a crisscross pattern.

• Do not cut all the way through — leave the bottom intact.

3️⃣ Make Garlic Butter

• Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, and salt.

4️⃣ Fill the Bread

• Gently open the cuts.

• Drizzle garlic butter deep into all crevices.

• Stuff shredded cheese evenly between slices.

• Sprinkle Parmesan on top if using.

5️⃣ Bake

• Wrap loosely in foil.

• Bake 15 minutes covered.

• Uncover and bake 10–15 more minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.

Serve warm and pull apart!

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble up to 8 hours ahead, wrap tightly, refrigerate, and bake before serving.

Q: What’s the best bread to use?
Sourdough or crusty artisan bread holds structure best.

Q: Can I add protein?
Yes — cooked bacon bits, pepperoni, or shredded chicken work great.

Q: How do I make it spicy?
Add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños.

Q: Can I use pre-minced garlic?
Fresh garlic gives the best flavor, but jarred works in a pinch.