Description
This Olive Cheese Bread is a savory and cheesy appetizer that combines the briny flavors of green and black olives with creamy sour cream and Monterey Jack cheese. It’s perfect for serving at gatherings or as a delicious snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 6 oz. full fat sour cream
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 7 oz. green olives, drained and sliced
- 6 oz. black olives, drained and sliced
- 8 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8–10 oz. loaf French bread
- Kosher salt
- fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, butter, olives, cheese, green onions, and garlic powder.
- Prepare bread: Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and spread the olive mixture evenly on each half.
- Bake: Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Slice the Olive Cheese Bread into pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding different types of cheese or herbs for extra flavor.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg