Description
A delightful dish that combines a simple loaf of bread with cheesy, savory fillings like bacon and fresh vegetables, perfect for parties or family movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise and hollow out the inside, leaving a sturdy shell.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, ranch dressing, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Divide the cheesy mixture evenly between the two halves of the hollowed bread.
- Place the filled bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once baked, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice it into manageable pieces and serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the recipe with different types of bread and cheeses. Add vegetables like mushrooms or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg