Description
Tomato Basil Garlic Bread is warm, cheesy, and full of bold Mediterranean flavor. Made with frozen garlic bread, fresh tomatoes, basil, artichokes, and mozzarella, it’s a quick 35-minute side dish or appetizer that steals the show.
Ingredients
• 1 loaf frozen garlic bread
• 8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 3 medium tomatoes, diced
• 15 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained (not rinsed)
• 6 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground red pepper (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place garlic bread halves open-faced on a baking sheet.
2. Bake garlic bread for 10–12 minutes until heated through but not browned.
3. While bread bakes, mix chopped artichokes, basil, salt, and ground red pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
4. Remove bread from oven. Spread artichoke mixture evenly over both halves.
5. Top with diced tomatoes and sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly across the top.
6. Return to oven and bake for another 5–8 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden.
7. Cool for 1–2 minutes, slice into pieces, and serve hot.
Notes
– Use fresh basil for the best flavor — dried won’t offer the same pop.
– Substitute Monterey Jack or provolone if you’re out of mozzarella.
– Roasted red peppers can replace artichoke hearts for a different flavor twist.
– Avoid microwaving leftovers; reheat in the oven to keep it crisp.
– Great paired with tomato soup, Greek salad, or Mediterranean dips.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean