Olive Cheese Bread
Olive Cheese Bread is covered in delicious gooey cheese and topped with black olives and green onions. It's the perfect side dish to any meal.
Servings 12 slices
Calories 334kcal
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French Bread
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1/2 cup butter Room Temperature
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup black olives sliced
- 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese grated
- parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Combine butter, mayonnaise, cheese, olives and green onions in a mixing bowl
- Stir together until thoroughly combined. Mixture can be refrigerated at this point and used within 2-3 days
- Spread mixture onto French bread that has been sliced lengthwise
- Bake at 325ºF for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges of bread are browning
Notes
- Choose the right bread - A crusty French loaf or Italian bread works best—it holds up well to the rich topping without getting soggy.
- Mix up the olives - Use a combination of black and green olives for the best flavor. Kalamata adds a tangy bite, while green olives bring in saltiness.
- Don’t skip the fresh herbs - A sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil adds color and freshness to balance the richness.
- Use real cheese -Sharp cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or even a bit of parmesan will give great flavor. Shredding your own cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- Soften the butter -Make sure your butter is softened (not melted) before mixing it with the olives, cheese, and mayo—it spreads more easily and evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1mg