Garlic Cheese Bread With Prosciutto

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   Either make or purchase a 1.5 lb loaf of French or Italian bread (torpedo or batard shape).

2. 2

   Slice along entire loaf without cutting all the way through the bottom crust.

3. 3

   Cut the proscuitto into enough pieces to allow a piece per slice of bread.

4. 4

   Mix the garlic into the cheese.

5. 5

   Into each slice, slip one piece of ham and 1 to 2 tablespoons of cheese and garlic mixture.

6. 6

   Line a baking sheet with a piece of foil 3 to 4 inches longer than the loaf.

7. 7

   Crumple another sheet of foil to fit in the middle of the first sheet of foil to raise the middle of the loaf.

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   Set the loaf on the crumpled foil so that the loaf is arched.

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   Wrap the first sheet of foil around the loaf allowing the top of the loaf to be exposed and twist the ends of the foil to form a tight package.

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    Sprinkle any remaining cheese mixture along the top of the loaf.

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    Place in the center of a 350F oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is partially browned.

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    Carefully remove the bottom sheet of foil and serve on a long platter or serve with the foil pulled away from the loaf for access.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.