Pan con Ajo y Queso
A savory and comforting baked bread dish, often served as a side or appetizer. It features a garlic and cheese-infused bread, typically a baguette or similar loaf, baked until golden and bubbly.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings6
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette or French bread(sliced horizontally or into thick rounds)
- 1/2 cup Butter(softened)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tbsp Parsley(fresh, chopped)
- 1 cup Queso Salvadoreño or mild white cheese(shredded)
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Spread the garlic-butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- 4
Place the bread halves or slices on a baking sheet, cut-side up.
- 5
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the garlic butter.
- 6
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 7
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
- ✓If you can't find Queso Salvadoreño, a mild mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese can be substituted.
- ✓Ensure the butter is softened to easily mix with the garlic and herbs.
🔄 Variations
- Add a layer of thinly sliced tomatoes before the cheese.
- Incorporate a sprinkle of dried oregano for an herbaceous note.