Pesto Garlic Bread – Just scrape

This 3-Ingredient Pesto Garlic Bread couldn’t be simpler! A half-baguette is halved, spread with pesto and baked until golden and crispy. Then sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan hot from the oven for a delicious basil parmesan garlic bread. For 8 people (one piece per person).

You didn’t think I would share this soup and the amazing bread I served with it, did you?

Meet the world’s easiest garlic bread.

You only need 3 ingredients and about 15 minutes total and you have a delicious herb garlic bread ready to enjoy. It’s delicious with pasta or seafood, soup or salad. And if you love pesto (and bread) like I love pesto (and bread), you can even make a sandwich out of it.

To make this Pesto Garlic Bread you will need:

• Baguette (small) – These usually come in a 2-pack and are sometimes referred to as demi baguettes. If you plan to take it and bake it, bake it before you make the garlic bread.
• Pesto – You can also make it yourself or buy it in a store.
• parmesan cheese – Freshly grated is best.

Preheat the oven to 400°.

Cut your small (half) baguette in half horizontally and place on a parchment-lined, rimmed baking sheet.

NOTE: If your baguette is a take-and-bake baguette, bake it according to package directions before making this Pesto Garlic Bread.

Divide 1/3 cup pesto between both halves and spread evenly.

Place the pan on the middle shelf of the preheated oven and bake for 4 minutes. Rotate the pan and bake for an additional 3 to 4 minutes (check frequently during the last few minutes to avoid over-browning the bread).

The edges should be golden brown and the bottom crispy.

Sprinkle immediately with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. About 2 tablespoons per half.

Place on a cutting board and cut into slices. Serve with almost anything, like pasta or this tortellini pasta alla vodka soup.

Enjoy! And if you try this Pesto Garlic Bread recipe, let me know! Take a picture and tag me chirp or instagram!