Loaded Garlic Bread

By glomcrae

Family Circle

per piece:
calories 125
fat 8g (5g sat)
protein 5g
carb 8g
fiber 0g

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, each cut into 4 pieces
• 8 T. (one stick) butter
• 6 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 loaf (12 oz) crusty Italian bread, cut into 24 slices, about 1/2 inch thick
• 3/4 pound mozzarella cheese, cut into 2 pieces, cut into 12 slices.

Details

Servings 24

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven 400 degrees F. Coat 2 large baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.

Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another piece of paper towel. Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes or until slightly crisp. Drain off fat and set aside. When cool enough to handle, cut into thin strips.

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from heat.

Place bread on baking sheets. Spoon on butter and garlic. Top each with a slice of cheese; sprinkle with bacon. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes, until cheese melts and bacon is crisp. Cool slightly.