Grilled Bread (Pane Alla Grillia) is a simple yet delightful dish that adds a wonderful crunch to any meal. With a few fresh ingredients, you can transform your ciabatta into a tasty side that brings out the flavors of summer. Let’s explore how to make the delicious bread.
When making Grilled Bread, using high-quality extra virgin olive oil can significantly improve the flavor, so don’t skimp on that. For garlic lovers, feel free to add more cloves to amp up that tasty punch. If you need a gluten-free option, there’s gluten-free ciabatta available, just ensure it’s fresh for the best grilling experience. And if tomatoes are out of season, a sprinkle of fresh herbs could provide that burst of flavor you crave.
Bread & Rolls
Grilled Bread (Pane Alla Grillia) Courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 loaf ciabatta
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tomato, halved crosswise
- salt & freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice the ciabatta in half lengthwise.
- Cut each half into 1-inch slices.
- Grill the ciabatta slices in batches, cut side down, for about 2 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Drizzle the toasted sides with 1 1/2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil while they are still hot.
- Rub the 2 large garlic cloves over the grilled bread for maximum flavor infusion.
- Then, rub the cut side of the 1 tomato over the warm bread to allow those juices to seep in.
- Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delightful crunch.