Description
A quick and easy recipe for cheesy, gooey olive bread that’s perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 6 oz. full-fat sour cream
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 7 oz. green olives, drained and sliced
- 6 oz. black olives, drained and sliced
- 8 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (8-10 oz.) loaf French bread
- Kosher salt to taste
- Fresh cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice the French bread loaf lengthwise down the center, creating two equal halves. Place the halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, softened butter, green and black olives, Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and garlic powder. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the olive-cheese mixture evenly over the cut surfaces of the bread halves.
- Bake the filled bread in the oven for 18-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Adds richness and flavor without the fuss. Customize with different cheeses or toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheese bread, olive bread, appetizer, party food