Name: Hasselback Cheesy Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large crusty loaf (like sourdough or Italian bread); 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional); Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)

Description

Hasselback Cheesy Bread is a pull-apart delight featuring a loaf of crusty bread stuffed with melty cheese, garlic, and herbs. Perfect as a party appetizer or a cozy snack, it’s easy to make and endlessly satisfying!

Ingredients

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1 large crusty loaf (like sourdough or Italian bread)
1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Prepare the bread:
- Place the loaf on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut deep slits into the bread, about 1 inch apart, without cutting all the way through to the bottom. Rotate the loaf 90 degrees and make perpendicular cuts to create a crosshatch pattern.
Mix the garlic butter:
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley (if using), and red pepper flakes (if desired).
Stuff the bread:
- Gently open the slits in the bread and stuff them with the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese, ensuring even distribution. Use a spoon or brush to drizzle the garlic butter mixture into the slits, coating the bread and cheese.
Bake:
- Wrap the stuffed bread loosely with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- Unwrap the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden.
Serve:
- Let the bread cool slightly before serving. Place it on a serving platter and allow guests to pull apart the cheesy, garlicky goodness!

Notes

For extra flavor, add cooked bacon bits or sun-dried tomatoes into the slits along with the cheese.
This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 350°F (175°C).