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Olive Cheese Bread: Easy, Cheesy, Irresistible!

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Olive Cheese Bread, a golden creation filled with briny olives and gooey cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or a satisfying snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 Crusty Loaf (Italian loaf, French baguette, or rustic ciabatta)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and well-drained
  • 1/2 cup green olives (like Castelvetrano or Manzanilla), pitted and well-drained
  • 1 cup low-moisture mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the chosen loaf lengthwise into two equal halves. Optionally, hollow out a little bit of the soft interior from each half.
  3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter (or olive oil), minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  4. Fold in the finely chopped Kalamata and green olives, along with the shredded mozzarella, sharp cheddar (or Monterey Jack), and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until evenly distributed.
  5. Spoon the olive cheese mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves, spreading it right to the edges.
  6. Place the prepared bread halves, cheese-side up, on the lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
  7. For an extra-crispy top, turn on the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
  8. Once out of the oven, sprinkle with the remaining grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley or chives. Let cool for a minute before slicing and serving warm.

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Keywords: Make sure to drain the olives well to avoid sogginess. Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded. Feel free to customize the cheese blend and add herbs or spices to suit your taste.

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