Italian Cheese Loaf

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 15 Minutes

Servings: 12

Here's a deliciously different sandwich. It's yummy warm from the oven or off the grill at a cookout. The cheesy filling is complemented by a mix of garden-fresh ingredients and crusty bread. I usually serve it with a salad and onion rings.

Ingredients:

1 loaf (1 pound) french bread

2 cups diced fresh tomatoes

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup grated romano cheese

1/4 cup chopped ripe olives

1/4 cup italian salad dressing

1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil

1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

Directions:

1. Cut top half off loaf of bread; set aside. Carefully hollow out bottom of loaf, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (discard removed bread or save for another use).
2. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; mix well. Spoon into bread shell; replace top. Wrap in foil. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted. Slice and serve warm. Yield: 12 servings.

By RecipeOfHealth.com