Cheesy Bacon Bread
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Bacon Bread! A hearty French loaf is sliced into a pull-apart crosshatch pattern and loaded with savory garlic butter, crispy cooked bacon, and a luscious blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Perfectly golden and bubbling after a quick bake, this crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish is as easy to make as it is to devour. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and watch this cheesy, bacon-studded masterpiece disappear at any gathering. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect recipe for game days, holiday spreads, or anytime you’re craving cheesy, bacon-filled bliss!
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread (or any large crusty loaf)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 8 slices Cooked bacon, chopped
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
Step 2
Using a serrated knife, slice the French bread into a crosshatch pattern. Make cuts about 1 inch apart without slicing all the way through the loaf. The bread should hold its shape.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter and minced garlic until fully combined.
Step 4
Generously spread the garlic butter mixture into the cuts of the bread, making sure to coat each opening for maximum flavor.
Step 5
Stuff the chopped cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese into the cuts of the bread, evenly distributing them throughout the loaf.
Step 6
Place the prepared bread on the lined baking sheet. Wrap the bread loosely with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out during baking.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 8
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. If desired, garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Step 9
Serve immediately, pulling apart pieces of the bread to enjoy the gooey, cheesy, bacon-filled goodness!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1004.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3677.8 |
| Total Fat 217.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 119.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 620.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6555.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 237.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.4g | |
| Protein 171.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2559.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1259.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories