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Olive Cheese Bread Recipe

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This Olive Cheese Bread is a savory, flavorful appetizer that combines creamy sour cream, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and a blend of green and black olives spread over crispy French bread. Baked until golden and bubbly, and finished with a quick broil for a perfect golden crust, this recipe is an irresistible crowd-pleaser perfect for gatherings or a tasty snack.

Ingredients

Dip Mixture

  • 6 oz. full fat sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt, a large pinch
  • Fresh cracked pepper, a large pinch
  • 8 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 7 oz. green olives, drained and sliced
  • 6 oz. black olives, drained and sliced

Bread

  • 8–10 oz. loaf French bread

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the bread with the cheese mixture.
  2. Prepare the Base Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, softened butter, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper. Stir these ingredients together until the mixture is mostly smooth and well blended.
  3. Add Cheese and Onion: To the sour cream mixture, add the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and thinly sliced green onions. Stir until all components are evenly mixed to create a flavorful base.
  4. Incorporate Olives: Gently fold in the drained and sliced green and black olives into the cheese mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
  5. Prepare Bread: Cut the French bread loaf first in half widthwise and then each half again lengthwise, resulting in four pieces total, each exposing a broad cut surface for topping.
  6. Spread Mixture on Bread: Evenly spread the olive and cheese mixture onto the cut sides of each piece of bread, making sure to cover the surface with a good layer for maximum flavor.
  7. Bake: Place the prepared bread slices on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese has melted thoroughly and the edges of the bread start to turn golden brown.
  8. Broil for Finish: Switch the oven to broil and cook the bread for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese achieves a dark golden brown color for a tasty, slightly crispy topping.
  9. Slice and Garnish: Remove the bread from the oven, slice as desired, garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness, and enjoy your warm, savory Olive Cheese Bread.

Notes

  • Use full-fat sour cream for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
  • Drain olives well to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
  • Watch carefully during the broil step to avoid burning the cheese.
  • French bread can be substituted with a sturdy baguette if preferred.
  • For a spicier variation, consider adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the mixture.

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