Ingredients
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 8 tablespoons salted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 bulbs roasted garlic, cloves removed from peel and mashed
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
Bread
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced in half horizontally
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill over medium-high heat until it reaches between 375 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure the bread cooks evenly and develops a nice char.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly combine the softened butter, mayonnaise, mashed roasted garlic cloves, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic salt until the mixture is completely smooth and well blended.
- Spread the Mixture on Bread: Evenly spread the prepared garlic butter mixture over both halves of the French bread, covering the surface generously to maximize flavor throughout.
- Grill Bread, Buttered Side Up: Place the bread directly on the grill grates with the buttered side facing up, close the lid, and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes to warm and slightly toast the top.
- Flip and Char Bread: Carefully flip the bread so the buttered side is now facing down on the grill grates. Turn off the grill heat and continue cooking with the lid closed for another 2 to 3 minutes or until the bread is lightly charred and crisp on the bottom.
- Serve Warm: Remove the grilled garlic bread from the grill, slice into large pieces, and serve immediately while warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Using roasted garlic gives a sweeter, less pungent garlic flavor that enhances the bread without overpowering it.
- Mayonnaise in the butter mixture helps create a creamy texture and adds moisture.
- Keep an eye on the bread when grilling to prevent excessive charring or burning.
- You can use a grill pan or a traditional grill, but direct grill grates create the best char marks and flavor.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the Parmesan cheese used is vegetarian-friendly.
- Adjust garlic salt quantities depending on your salt preference or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
