Best 6 Garlic Fontina Bread Recipes

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Garlic fontina bread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. It is made with a combination of garlic, fontina cheese, and bread, and can be baked or grilled. The bread is typically sliced and topped with the garlic and cheese, then baked until melted and bubbly. Fontina cheese is a semi-hard, creamy cheese that melts well, making it ideal for this dish. The garlic adds a savory flavor, and the bread provides a crispy, chewy texture. Garlic fontina bread is a popular dish in many cultures.

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GARLIC FONTINA BREAD



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With its golden brown color and soft texture, this bread is a must at any family meal. It's a modified version of a traditional white bread recipe my brother gave me. Try it as garlic bread toast or for grilled cheese sandwiches - or enjoy it as is. -Cindy Ryan, St. Johns, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves (16 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons shredded fontina cheese, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, shortening, garlic powder, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375°., Punch dough down. Shape into 2 loaves. Place in 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Brush with oil and sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BAKED FONTINA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 21m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds Italian Fontina Val d'Aosta cheese, rind removed and 1-inch-diced
1/4 cup good olive oil
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 crusty French baguette

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack 5 inches from the heat.
  • Distribute the cubes of Fontina evenly in a 12-inch cast-iron pan. Drizzle on the olive oil. Combine the garlic, thyme, and rosemary and sprinkle it over the cheese and olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper and place the pan under the broiler for 6 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling and starts to brown.
  • Serve the baked Fontina family-style-right out of the oven in the cast-iron pan with crusty chunks of bread for everyone to dip.

FONTINA GARLIC TOASTS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 large loaf ciabatta, or other Italian bread, sliced
1 large garlic clove, halved lengthwise
1 cup finely grated Fontina

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • On a baking sheet, toast bread lightly in middle of oven. While bread is hot, rub top of each toast with garlic and sprinkle with Fontina. Bake toasts until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

THE BEST GARLIC BREAD



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This is the best garlic bread I have ever tasted. Adjust the ingredients as necessary until the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder mixture is a paste-like consistency.

Provided by DOODLE BUG72

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Garlic Bread Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder until thick.
  • Slice the Italian bread in half lengthwise and spread each half with mayonnaise mixture. Place halves on a medium baking sheet.
  • Broil 2 to 5 minutes, checking frequently, until mixture is bubbling and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 4.5 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 297.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BAKED FONTINA WITH GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, AND THYME



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a lovely appetizer from the Red Cat Cookbook, rather like a fondue without all the paraphenalia needed..just a skillet and good crusty bread! Use italian fontina, not dutch because the dutch won't melt properly for this

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Cheese

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs italian fontina, soft brown rind trimmed and discarded, cut into 1-inch dice
1/4 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon thyme
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
salt
fresh ground black pepper
sliced country bread or roll

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • For individual servings, divide the fontina among four 6-inch cast-iron pans.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and scatter the garlic, thyme, and rosemary over the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. For one large pan, use a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and follow the same directions.
  • Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Serve each person an individual pan, setting it on a trivet or napkin, or serve from the 12-inch pan set in the center of the table, with the bread alongside for dunking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 791.5, Fat 66.8, SaturatedFat 34.7, Cholesterol 198.3, Sodium 1368.6, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 44.1

HOMEMADE GARLIC BREAD



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If you're a garlic lover this garlic bread recipe's for you! Garlic, butter, olive oil, and freshly baked bread-what else can you ask for? Try this recipe today--you won't regret it!

Provided by Margaritas On The Rocks

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Garlic Bread Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
1 loaf French bread

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Mix butter, olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, parsley, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
  • Cut bread loaf into 1-inch slices and spread garlic mixture over each slice. Place each on a baking sheet. Wrap with additional aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bread is crispy and heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 596.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread. A crusty loaf, such as a baguette or sourdough, will work best.
  • Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices.
  • Spread a generous amount of garlic butter on each slice of bread.
  • Top the bread with slices of fontina cheese.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the bread immediately, while it is still warm and melted.

Conclusion:

Garlic fontina bread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties or gatherings, and it is also a great way to use up leftover bread. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, garlic fontina bread is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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