By Becky Hardin
Updated Feb 20, 2025
I’m proud to declare that my Texas Toast Garlic Bread is my go-to Cheesy Garlic Bread! These are nice and thick, and covered in butter, cheese, and garlic. A perfect appetizer or side dish for pasta or soups!
5-Star Reviews
“Had this with our spaghetti dinner last night and the kids couldn’t get enough! Perfectly cheesy and scrumptious!” -Beth
Texas Toast Garlic Bread Recipe
I absolutely love garlic bread of all kinds, whether it’s made with Italian Bread or baked in the form of roll ups . But my all-time favorite is Texas Toast. The larger slices of bread mean more room for all that garlic and cheese goodness!
This homemade Texas Toast recipe is so much better than frozen and delivers delicious garlicky flavors with each bite! I use chunky garlic paste, which takes the work out of using garlic. I’ve also used these toasts to make pizza and my BLT Sandwich !
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- ▢ 3/4 cup mayonnaise real
- ▢ 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
- ▢ 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- ▢ 1/4 cup parsley
- ▢ 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ 1/2 cup salted butter
- ▢ 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste
- ▢ 8 slices Texas Toast
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise with the cheeses. Press down to combine and make smooth. 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Once smooth, add in the parsley, seasoned salt, and pepper. Keep in the fridge while you continue prepping remaining ingredients. 1/4 cup parsley, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over low heat. Add the Chunky Garlic Paste and stir to combine. Allow to saute for 2-3 minutes or until garlic is fragrant. 1/2 cup salted butter, 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste
- Lay the 8 slices of Texas Toast on the crisping rack/baking sheet. Brush liberally with the butter/garlic mixture on both sides. 8 slices Texas Toast
- Spoon the mayo/cheese mixture over each slice of bread and smooth out as much as possible.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melty/bubbly. You can also broil for a few minutes to crisp things up even more. Sprinkle with more parsley if desired.
Becky’s Tips
- I highly recommend using thick cut bread slices.
- Don’t compromise on the butter, mayo and cheese.
- Closely watch while baking. Texas Toast bread is soft and can be burned easily.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Texas Toast Garlic Bread
Preheat the oven : Start by preheating the oven to 350°F. Place parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
Make mayo cheese mix : In a mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth, pressing down to combine.
Then stir in the 1/4 cup parsley, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Place the mixture in the refrigerator.
Prepare garlic butter : Next, melt the 1/2 cup salted butter in a skillet and stir in the 1 tablespoon Chunky Garlic Paste. Then let it saute 2-3 minutes or until garlic is cooked and aromatic.
Prepare Texas toasts for baking : Lay out 8 slices of Texas Toast on a baking sheet, and liberally brush the garlic butter mixture on each slice.
Spoon the mayo-cheese mixture over each slice and spread it out evenly.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melty/bubbly. You can also broil for a few minutes to crisp things up even more.
Sprinkle with more parsley if desired.
And that’s it! So easy to make this cheesy garlic bread recipe for all of your meals. Once you taste it, you’ll definitely want to eat it every night!
How to Store
You can store Texas Toast garlic bread for 1 week in the fridge. Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate. Reheat in the microwave or pop in the oven for 5-8 min at 350°F.
If planning ahead , stop once you spread the cheese/mayo mixture on each slice. Space them in a baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours. Wrap each slice in plastic wrap and transfer to a freezer-friendly bag. Store for up to 3 months. No need to thaw, just put them in the oven at 350°F and bake for 15-20 minutes. Keep a close eye after 15 minutes.
Freezing after baking : Once all the slices are baked, let them cool at room temperature. Wrap them separately with plastic wrap and store in an airtight container and freeze. They are already baked, so thaw overnight in the refrigerator and microwave to reheat them.
Serving Suggestions
Texas Toast is MADE for BBQ. I love serving these with my BBQ ribs or BBQ brisket , with a side of potatoes . This cheesy garlic bread also makes one delicious side dish to serve with all your favorite soups .
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Easy Garlic Cheese Bread - Texas Toast Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise real
- 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste
- 8 slices Texas Toast
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise with the cheeses. Press down to combine and make smooth. 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 4 cups shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Once smooth, add in the parsley, seasoned salt, and pepper. Keep in the fridge while you continue prepping remaining ingredients. 1/4 cup parsley, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over low heat. Add the Chunky Garlic Paste and stir to combine. Allow to saute for 2-3 minutes or until garlic is fragrant. 1/2 cup salted butter, 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste
- Lay the 8 slices of Texas Toast on the crisping rack/baking sheet. Brush liberally with the butter/garlic mixture on both sides. 8 slices Texas Toast
- Spoon the mayo/cheese mixture over each slice of bread and smooth out as much as possible.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melty/bubbly. You can also broil for a few minutes to crisp things up even more. Sprinkle with more parsley if desired.
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Notes
- I highly recommend using thick cut bread slices.
- Don’t compromise on the butter, mayo and cheese.
- Closely watch while baking. Texas Toast bread is soft and can be burned easily.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
