Description
A delicious cheesy bread filled with spinach and artichokes, perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large round loaf of sourdough bread
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Bread: Using a serrated knife, crosshatch the bread without cutting all the way through the bottom to create pull-apart pieces.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Fill the Bread: Carefully spoon the spinach-artichoke mixture in between the bread’s cuts. Use your fingers to stuff it deeply within the slits, ensuring even distribution.
- Top the Bread: Drizzle melted butter over the top of the bread. Sprinkle with additional mozzarella cheese if desired.
- Bake: Wrap the loaf in aluminum foil, keeping it slightly open on top to allow for cheese melting. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the bread is crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy pulling apart the deliciously cheesy segments.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature to blend smoothly with other ingredients.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar or gouda, for a varied taste.
- Serve with a side of warmed marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pull-apart segment