If you're looking to elevate your appetizer game or add a crowd-pleasing side dish to your meal, this Caramelized Onion Garlic Bread with Cheese is the perfect recipe for you. Infused with the rich, sweet flavor of caramelized onions, the robust aroma of garlic, and the gooey goodness of melted cheese, with fresh herbs, this bread is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavors with toasty bread every bite is so delicious. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a cozy night in, or seeking the ultimate comfort food, this recipe is sure to impress. Follow along for step-by-step instructions and tips on how to make this irresistibly savory bread that will leave your taste buds craving more. Let's dive into the culinary delight of making the best caramelized onion garlic bread with cheese!

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Servings: About 8-12 servings

Prep Time: 15-20 mins

Cooking Time: 30-40 mins

Baking Time: 15-20 mins

Total Time: 1-1.5 hours

Ingredients: 

For the Caramelized Onions:

• 3 medium yellow onions finely chopped

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 7-9 garlic cloves minced

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1-1.5 tbsp chili flakes; as per taste

• 1/2 tsp oregano

• 1-2 tsp Salt to taste

• 1/2 tsp pepper

To assemble:

• 150g butter softened, I used salted

• 3-4 tbsp chopped parsley leaves

• 14 oz Italian bread loaf

• 1/2-1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese grated; optional

Directions: 

1. Caramelized Onions- In a pan heat up olive oil on low flame. Add the onions and cook it on low flame. Cook till it starts to caramelize. Keep stirring it in intervals so that it does not burn. Make sure the flame is low. In about 12-15 mins the onions should be light brown.

2. Add minced garlic and cook with the onions for 5-8 minutes till the garlic is fragrant and well cooked. Add 2-3 tbsp water if needed.

3. Add the garlic powder, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix it well and cook for 3-4 minutes.

4. The onions should be caramelized well by now. Let it cool for 5-7 minutes.

5. Butter: In a mixing bowl add softened butter, the caramelized onion mixture, and parsley, and mix well.

6. Preheat the oven to 350F.

7. Slice the bread loaf in half and place it on a parchment-lined tray.

8. Spread a good amount of butter on both pieces of the bread.

9. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.

10. Bake at 350F for 15-20 mins till the bread is toasty and cheese has melted.

11. Serve warm & enjoy!

Notes/Tips:

• You can make the caramelized onions and keep them from before.

• You can keep the butter mixture ready from before.

• You can make these on separate slices if you don’t want to make them on a loaf.

• Broil for 2-3 minutes if you want the cheese browned.

• I like using salted butter but you can use unsalted butter if you want.