Pre-Bruschetta Garlic Bread

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Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Italian bread
  • 1 cup fruity olive oil
  • 8 tablespoons chopped garlic (about 16 large cloves)

Instructions

  1. Cut bread on a slight diagonal into 12 slices that are each about 1 inch thick; ideally, the slices should be about 3 inches wide.
  2. Place slices on a baking pan.
  3. Break surface of each slice with the tip of a spoon in a few spots.
  4. Drizzle 2 teaspoons of the olive oil over each slice.
  5. Top each slice with a heaping 1/2 tablespoon of the garlic.
  6. Drizzle 2 teaspoons more of the olive oil eveny over each slice.
  7. Let bread rest, covered, for 1 to 2 hours.
  8. When ready to cook, preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  9. When oven is hot, place baking pan in oven, uncovered.
  10. Let bread heat until it is warmed through and crunchy around the edges, about 7 to 8 minutes.
  11. If you like the bread to be browned on top, pass it for a moment under a hot broiler.
  12. Serve immediately.
  13. Note: Prep time does not include rest time.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

373 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.5g 9% DV
Total Fat 29.8g 38% DV
Carbs 22.5g 8% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 2.1g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 291mg 13% DV
Potassium 57mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 33.3mg 3% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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