Ramsons Garlic Bread
This Ramsons Garlic Bread is everything you want from a homemade garlic bread recipe – golden and crisp on the outside, soft and buttery within, and packed with fresh herbs and mellow garlic flavour. Made with garlic and wild garlic (ramsons), this quick and easy side dish comes together in just 20 minutes and pairs perfectly with a saucy pasta (or any comfort food) and a glass of wine.
Ingredients for Ramsons Garlic Bread
Ramsons garlic bread is all about simple and seasonal ingredients coming together to create something irresistibly rich, fragrant, and comforting. Each element plays its part – from the buttery base to the fresh, garlicky lift of wild garlic.
- Bread – A good-quality crusty loaf is essential for structure and texture.
- Garlic butter – A flavour-packed mix of butter, fresh garlic, ramsons (wild garlic), olive oil, parsley, and salt.
- Parmesan cheese – Optional, but adds a deeply savoury, umami finish.
- Flaky sea salt – For a delicate crunch and balanced seasoning.
- Fresh herbs – Parsley bring brightness and a fresh green note.
Tip: If ramsons aren’t in season, simply use a little extra garlic along with a sprinkle of chopped chives before serving to recreate that fresh, aromatic flavour.
Choosing the Best Bread
Choosing the right bread is just as important as the filling. The best ramsons garlic bread starts with a loaf that’s sturdy enough to hold all that buttery goodness while still turning perfectly crisp in the oven:
- Baguette or French bread – Crisp outside, airy inside.
- Italian loaf – Slightly softer, great for soaking up flavour.
- Ciabatta – Rustic with an open, chewy texture.
- Swiss Bürli – Traditionally crusty with a tender, hearty crumb.
Tip: Always opt for a crusty, robust loaf that allows the garlic butter to melt into the bread without becoming soggy, giving you that perfect contrast of crisp edges and soft, buttery middle.
Why Olive Oil Makes Garlic Bread Better
There’s a little science behind why this ramsons garlic bread turns out so perfectly.
Olive oil softens the butter mixture, making it easier to spread and helping it soak deeper into the bread’s surface. As it bakes, the oil promotes a beautiful golden, crispy crust, while the butter keeps the inside soft and rich. Together, they create that ideal contrast of crispy edges with a tender, buttery centre. Of course, you can exclusively use butter if you prefer.
How to Make Homemade Garlic Bread
It’s so easy, you almost don’t need a recipe! Just mix softened butter with both types of garlic, a drizzle of olive oil (optional), parsley, and a little salt, then spread generously over your bread. Bake at 200°C (conventional) or 180°C (fan) for 8–10 minutes, until golden, crisp, and fragrant, then slice and serve warm.
For exact quantities, see the recipe card below.
Have Questions?
Ramsons Garlic Bread FAQs
Garlic bread first gained popularity in the United States as an Italian-American classic. Today, it’s a beloved side for pasta night, especially alongside rich, tomato-based dishes like spaghetti bolognese or a bubbling tray of lasagna.
What to Serve with Garlic Bread
This easy homemade garlic bread pairs with just about anything. It’s especially perfect with Italian favourites like tagliatelle al ragù, with its slow-simmered, hearty meat sauce, or a bold and briny spaghetti alla puttanesca. For something creamy and comforting, try pasta con Salsiccia with tomato sauce. If you looking for something a little lighter, then serve it with a classic tomato soup.
Ramsons Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, Italian bread, sourdough or baguette
- 125 g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely grated
- 20 g ramsons (wild garlic), finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan or aged pecorino (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F / 200°C (180°C fan-assisted).
- In a small bowl, mix the butter, olive oil, garlic, wild garlic, parsley, and salt until well combined.
- Slice the bread in half lengthways using a serrated knife.
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides. Sprinkle with cheese, if using.
- Place on a baking tray, cut side up, and bake for 8–10 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
- Using salted butter: Omit the added salt. Extra finish: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
- Classic garlic bread: Replace wild garlic with 1 additional clove of garlic.
- Storage & reheating: Wrap leftovers in foil and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C (160°C fan) for 8–10 minutes until warmed through.
- Slice the loaf diagonally into 2 cm intervals, without cutting all the way through.
- Spread the garlic butter between each slice. Wrap in foil and bake at 180°C (160°C fan) for 15 minutes.
- Open the foil and bake for another 5 minutes until crisp.
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