Grilled Garlic Bread With Basil and Parmesan

By Melissa Clark

Grilled Garlic Bread With Basil and Parmesan
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
10 minutes
Rating
4(122)
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Garlic, cheese and basil on bread is a classic to go with pasta, but this recipe is made on the grill. With few ingredients (and things to carry), it can be a great addition to a campout or cookout. And, despite the utility involved in cooking outdoors, it’s also elegant.

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Ingredients

Yield:6 servings
  • 6slices rustic, crusty country bread, ¾-inch thick
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • 2large garlic cloves, halved lengthwise
  • ½cup grated Parmesan
  • Basil leaves, for serving
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Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

136 calories; 5 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 15 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 8 grams protein; 284 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Light a grill or turn heat to high. Drizzle both sides of bread with olive oil and grill for 2 to 3 minutes without turning, until one side is crisp and beginning to char.

  2. Step 2

    Remove bread from grill and rub grilled side thoroughly with the cut garlic. Evenly distribute Parmesan on the grilled side and return toast to the grill, cheese side up. Close lid and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Transfer to a cutting board, slice each piece of toast in half and serve garnished with basil leaves.

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Antonia

I rubbed the bread with the oil and garlic and put it on the grill. Then I read the recipe and added the cheese. Didn't read the recipe and it came out okay. I

Karen B

I've made it with Wegmans Tuscan Garlic bread. Saves a step and tastes wonderful!

Philip Wiehe

Olive oil, garlic, basil, parmesan? Hmmm... same as pesto. Think I'll spread some on the top for the finish.

Philip Wiehe

Olive oil, garlic, basil, parmesan? Hmmm... same as pesto. Think I'll spread some on the top for the finish.

Karen B

I've made it with Wegmans Tuscan Garlic bread. Saves a step and tastes wonderful!

MrsP

Simple and delicious!

Donna

We used a baguette (all we had) and sliced it lengthwise. Instead of pressing garlic halves on the bread, we minced the garlic with the olive oil and spread this on top of the baguette halves, placing them on the BBQ, olive oil side down for a minute or two. Then turned the baguettes adding Parmesan, and finally basil off the grill. Very important to clean the grates thoroughly before starting. My family declared this a keeper — thank you Melissa!

Antonia

I rubbed the bread with the oil and garlic and put it on the grill. Then I read the recipe and added the cheese. Didn't read the recipe and it came out okay. I

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