Cheese Bread

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf Italian bread ((1 pound loaf))
• 6 Tbsp unsalted butter (divided use)
• 3 cups shredded sharp colby jack cheese
• 1 6 oz container garlic and herb Alouette cheese OR Boursin cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2-2/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 3 medium garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 2-3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• fresh parsley for garnishing (OR additional green onions)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to broil. Cut the Italian loaf in half and place side by side on a large baking sheet. Spread each half with 3 Tbsp of softened butter. Place into the oven to lightly toast.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl combine the colby jack cheese, Alouette cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, minced garlic, salt, black pepper and paprika. Stir to evenly distribute.

3. 3

   Divide the mixture between the two toasted bread halves spreading evenly from edge to edge. Sprinkle each loaf with Parmesan cheese

4. 4

   Return the bread to the oven. Broil for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown, melty and bubbly.

5. 5

   Slice into 1-inch pieces and serve immediately garnished with parsley or additional green onions.