Make this classic side dish with a crispy crust and buttery, garlicky centre. Our cheesy garlic bread toasts are delicious served with lasagne, soups and plenty more.

• Preparation and cooking time
  • Prep:10 mins
  • Cook:7 mins
• Easy
• Serves 12

• Freezable
• Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 2 ciabatta loaves
• 140g butter, softened
• 4-6 garlic cloves, crushed
• handful parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp finely grated Parmesan (or vegetarian alternative)

Method

• STEP 1

  Slice the bread in half lengthwise. Toast the crust side for 2 mins until really crispy. Mix together butter, garlic and parsley in a bowl. Spread over the cut bread halves. Sprinkle over the Parmesan. Just before serving place on a baking sheet, then cook under a hot grill for 5 mins until toasty and lightly golden. Let it cool for 1 min before cutting into thick slices.