"Beloved celebrity chef Alex Guarnaschelli may be best known for her regular appearances on Food Network's many hit shows, but her latest culinary adventure sees Guarnaschelli embarking on a collaboration with Hilton Garden Inn, to bring bold but comforting food to weary travelers. One comfort food, in particular, that's very close to her Italian-American heart is garlic bread. And she gave Tasting Table some exclusive tips for how to make exceptional homemade garlic bread, starting with the best type of bread to use."
"Crusty bread is ideal for textural contrast, and her go-to varieties are sourdough or sesame bread because, as the celebrity chef pointed out in an exclusive interview with us, "[Their] flavors play best with the garlic, cheese, and herbs." You don't have to worry about using fresh bread from your local bakery, as according to Chef Guarnaschelli, "Anything a day or two or three-old is also ideal for added texture.""
"As for baking the bread, the Food Network star recommends baking garlic bread wrapped in tin foil at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for around 25 minutes, followed by an extra few minutes uncovered to help all the elements cook, infuse, and crisp up. As Guarnaschelli confirmed, "Any cheese or garlic must have enough time and be heated enough to really infuse the bread with its flavors,""
Choose crusty bread such as sourdough or sesame for the best textural contrast and flavor pairing with garlic, cheese, and herbs. Slightly stale bread a day or two old improves absorption, producing a more garlic butter-saturated crumb. Bake garlic bread wrapped in tin foil at 350°F for roughly 25 minutes to allow the interior to steam and flavors to infuse. Finish with a few minutes uncovered so the exterior toasts and browns, delivering a satisfying crunch. Ensure cheese and garlic receive enough time and heat to fully penetrate the bread.
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