Best 2 Italian Garlic Toast Recipes

Are you craving a simple yet delicious snack or side dish? Look no further than Italian garlic toast, a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds with its crispy texture, garlicky aroma, and savory flavors. With just a few easily obtainable ingredients and minimal effort, you can whip up this classic Italian treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to embark on a flavor-filled journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect Italian garlic toast.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN GARLIC TOAST

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"EVERY Italian meal must have its garlic bread, and this recipe is not only delicious but also attractive. It's rich which cheese and butter and colorful with paprika. Auntie Ann always waited until we were all seated before bringing out her garlic bread, warm from the oven."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Paprika

Steps:

Split bread lengthwise; place, cut side up, on a large baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine butter, cheese, garlic and oregano; brush onto cut surfaces of bread. Sprinkle with paprika., Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until lightly toasted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28 mg cholesterol, Sodium 549 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 7 g protein.

ITALIAN SUB STOUP AND GARLIC TOAST FLOATERS

Italian Sub Stoup and Garlic Toast Floaters image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, plus 1/4 cup for croutons
3/4 pound, 3 links, hot or sweet Italian sausage, split and meat removed from casing
1/4 pound piece stick pepperoni, diced
1 ham steak, diced (about 1/2 to 3/4 pound)
1 green bell pepper, seeded, quartered and sliced
1 medium yellow onion, peeled, quartered and sliced
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups chicken stock
1/2 pound gemelli pasta or other short-cut pasta
5 cups cubed crusty bread
3 large cloves garlic, cracked from skin
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, a couple of handfuls
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bunches arugula, trimmed and coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)

Steps:

Place a soup pot or deep sided skillet on the stove top and preheat to medium high heat. Add olive oil, 2 turns of the pan and the sausage. Brown and crumble the sausage, drain off excess fat if necessary then add the ham and pepperoni. Cook meats together 2 minutes then add peppers and onions and cook 2 or 3 minutes more. Add diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Add chicken stock and bring stoup to a boil. Stir in pasta and cook for 8 minutes. Make croutons while pasta cooks.
In a large skillet heat about 1/4 cup of olive oil, 4 turns of the pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add bread to garlic oil, toss and toast the cubes 5 or 6 minutes. Season the toasty cubes with red pepper flakes, oregano and lots of grated cheese.
Stir arugula into soup just before you serve it up. Ladle up the stoup and float several toasty garlic bread cubes in each bowl.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients. Fresh garlic, herbs, and bread will give your garlic toast the best flavor.
Don't skimp on the butter. Butter is what gives garlic toast its rich, golden-brown color and crispy texture.
Use a variety of breads. Garlic toast can be made with any type of bread, but Italian bread, French bread, and ciabatta are popular choices.
Get creative with your toppings. In addition to garlic and butter, you can top your garlic toast with a variety of ingredients, such as cheese, herbs, vegetables, and meats.
Cook garlic toast until it is golden brown and crispy. This will ensure that it has the best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Garlic toast is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. With its crispy texture, garlicky flavor, and endless topping possibilities, garlic toast is a versatile dish that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give garlic toast a try. You won't be disappointed!