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Olive Cheese Bread

Irresistible Olive Cheese Bread for Effortless Gatherings

Enjoy quick and delicious Olive Cheese Bread, a delightful appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 1 loaf French Bread Crusty variety for base
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pimiento-stuffed Green Olives Can substitute with regular green olives
  • 1 cup Black Olives Any preferred variety
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions (Scallions) Finely chopped, optional
  • 4 tablespoons Butter, Room Temperature Softened for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt as a substitute
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, Grated Can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise down the center, cut side up on a baking sheet.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pimiento-stuffed green olives, black olives, green onions, softened butter, mayonnaise, and grated Monterey Jack cheese. Mix well.
  4. Spread the olive mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread halves.
  5. Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a couple of minutes, then cut into slices and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can prepare the olive mixture ahead of time to enhance flavors. Wrap leftovers tightly for storage.

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