#3090 - French Cheese Bread

(by Shirley McNevich)

3/4 cup butter (melted)
3 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 long loaf sourdough French bread OR Italian bread

Slice the sourdough bread loaf in half lengthwise and place both halves on a cookie sheet (open side up). In a bowl add melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, ground black papper, Parmesan cheese and shredded cheddar cheese--stir well to mix. Spread half of the cheese mixture eveny over each half of the bread. Bake at 450 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Slice and serve warm.