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I'm sure most people enjoy the wonderful flavor of garlic bread, either as an appetizer, or along side of their main meal. You really can't go wrong when making this type of bread. It is very fast and easy to whip up. If you have guests coming over at the last minute and you don't feel like going out of your way making fancy finger foods, then use this quick recipe instead.

Ingredients;

1 loaf of Italian bread cut in half
5 tbs extra virgin olive oil
2 large cloves of minced garlic
1 tbs chopped parsley
1 tbs chopped fresh basil
1/2 medium tomato sliced thin
your favorite grated cheese
shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Pre heat oven to 375. Take the halves of Italian bread and place them on a baking sheet. Spread the olive oil over both halves with a spoon. After spreading the oil, sprinkle minced garlic over the bread. Top with the sliced tomatoes. Add the chopped parsley, basil, salt, black pepper and grated cheese to the bread. Place the baking sheet in the oven, on the middle rack. After 8 minutes, add shredded mozzarella cheese to the top if desired and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or till the cheese has melted. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. cut, serve and enjoy.

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