This hearty appetizer transforms a simple loaf of French bread into a crowd-pleasing centerpiece. The hollowed-out crust serves as an edible vessel for a rich, creamy filling of sour cream, sharp cheeses, and tender artichoke hearts. Crispy garlic-toasted bread bits add delightful texture and intense aroma throughout every bite. Topped with melted cheddar and fresh garnishes, it offers a perfect balance of savory depth and comforting richness. Ideal for casual gatherings, game days, or as a satisfying starter before a main course, this dish is easy to assemble and guaranteed to disappear quickly from the table.
Fabulous Garlic Loaf
Description
This hearty appetizer transforms a simple loaf of French bread into a crowd-pleasing centerpiece. The hollowed-out crust serves as an edible vessel for a rich, creamy filling of sour cream, sharp cheeses, and tender artichoke hearts. Crispy garlic-toasted bread bits add delightful texture and intense aroma throughout every bite. Topped with melted cheddar and fresh garnishes, it offers a perfect balance of savory depth and comforting richness. Ideal for casual gatherings, game days, or as a satisfying starter before a main course, this dish is easy to assemble and guaranteed to disappear quickly from the table.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise.
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Place the halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
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Tear out the soft inner portion of the bread into large chunks, leaving the crusts intact to form a shell.
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Stir in crushed garlic and sesame seeds, cooking until fragrant but not browned.
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Add the torn bread chunks to the skillet and fry, stirring occasionally, until golden and the butter is absorbed.
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Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine sour cream, cubed Monterey Jack cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley flakes, and lemon pepper seasoning.
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Stir in the drained and chopped artichoke hearts.
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Fold the toasted garlic bread mixture into the cheese and artichoke mixture until well combined.
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Spoon the filling generously into the hollowed-out bread crust shells.
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Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the top of the filling.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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While baking, drain the pitted ripe olives.
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Remove the bread from the oven.
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Arrange olives around the edges of the bread and place tomato slices and parsley sprigs down the center for garnish.
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Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 140.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.6g20%
- Saturated Fat 7.7g39%
- Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
- Sodium 157.8mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.1g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 1.3g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
