1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the garlic is evenly distributed throughout the butter.
3. Spread a generous layer of the garlic butter mixture on one side of each slice of Texas bread. Don’t be shy here; the butter is what makes this toast shine.
4. Place the buttered bread slices on the baking sheet, buttered side up.
5. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella evenly over each slice, then follow with a sprinkle of sharp cheddar. The combination gives you a nice balance of creamy melt and tangy bite.
6. Bake the toast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
7. For an extra touch of browning, switch the oven to broil and broil the toast for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. This step is my secret weapon for that perfect golden crust.
8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, and let cool for a minute or two before serving. This also helps the cheese set just enough to avoid a molten mess when you bite in.

Whenever I make this, I find it’s a perfect way to engage my kids in the kitchen. They love spreading the garlic butter and sprinkling the cheese. It’s a small moment of calm in our otherwise bustling evenings.