Caprese Garlic Bread in 27 Minutes for 8 Servings

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Note: Starting with a hot oven ensures the bread crisps up immediately rather than drying out slowly.
2. Prep the loaf. Slice the French bread in half lengthwise. Note: Aim for an even cut so both sides cook at the same rate.
3. Create the spread. In a small bowl, cream together the 115g (1/2 cup) softened butter, 30ml (2 tbsp) olive oil, minced garlic paste, 1 tsp oregano, and 1/2 tsp sea salt.
4. Apply the butter. Using a pastry brush, spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the bread. Make sure to reach the very edges.
5. Initial toast. Bake for 5–7 minutes until the edges are golden and the butter is sizzling.
6. Switch to broil. Remove the bread and change the oven setting to Broil.
7. Add the cheese. Layer the 225g (8 oz) of sliced mozzarella evenly over the bread.
8. The melt phase. Broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and showing small brown spots.
9. Fresh assembly. Remove from the oven and top with 150g (1 cup) quartered grape tomatoes and the 1/4 cup of fresh basil.
10. The finish. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top immediately before serving. Serve while the cheese is still stretchy. During the broiling phase, I often like to prep another quick protein to turn this into a full meal. A batch of [garlic parmesan shrimp](https://captivaterecipes.com/recipes/garlic-parmesan-shrimp-roast/) can be whipped up in under 20 minutes and complements the Caprese flavors perfectly. Swirled Garlic Herb Cheese Bread: Oven-Only — Make this reliable Swirled Garlic Herb Cheese Bread with our simple technique...Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Quail Ready in 35 Minutes — Discover the ultimate Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Quail recipe. This easy quai...Chicken Thighs Recipe with Garlic and Herbs in 20 Min — Master this Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Recipe with Garlic and Herbs usi... $img_2$