Garlic Cheese Bread

Garlic cheese bread is a savory, baked dish made by topping sliced bread with a mixture of butter, garlic, and cheese, then toasting it until golden and bubbly. It typically features ingredients like mozzarella, parmesan, and fresh parsley, and is a popular side dish or appetizer in American and Italian-American cuisine.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the bread and fats from the butter and cheese, providing a good source of energy and calcium. A typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the portion size and specific ingredients used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	100 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.2 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Folate	40 mcg DFE

Per 1 slice (about 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Garlic cheese bread is a beloved comfort food that evolved from simpler garlic bread recipes, becoming a staple in pizzerias and family gatherings. Nutritionally, it combines the allicin in garlic, which may have antioxidant properties, with the protein and fat from cheese, making it a flavorful yet indulgent treat.