8tablespoonsunsalted buttersoftened to room temperature
3garlic clovesfinely minced
1tablespoonfreshly chopped parsley
½teaspoonkosher salt
1sourdough loafboule or short oblong works best
1 ½cupssharp cheddar cheeseshredded
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, parsley, and salt. Set aside.
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Use a sharp knife to cut the bread diagonally in rows about an inch apart. Don’t cut all the way through. Only go about ⅔ of the way through the loaf. Turn the loaf halfway, and repeat to form a crisscross (diamond) pattern. The bottom of the loaf should remain intact.
1 sourdough loaf
Using your fingers, gently loosen the bread pieces without breaking them apart from the bottom. Use a pastry brush to apply the butter mixture to the inside of the bread. Next take tiny bits of shredded cheese and stuff inside the openings.
1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese
Wrap the bread tightly in foil, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, unwrap the bread, and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to crisp the outside.
Serve hot, and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of about ½ cup of cheesy bread. Actual calories will vary.*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.