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Herb Cheese Bread

Name: Herb Cheese Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup reduced-fat margarine; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread, halved lengthwise; 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

12 servings

A flavorful combination of herbs makes this cheese-topped loaf a welcome addition to most any menu. In fact, we couldn't believe how light the buttery slices were when compared to frozen breads found in the grocery store. —Test Kitchen

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Ingredients

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup reduced-fat margarine
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread, halved lengthwise
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Directions

In a small nonstick skillet, saute onions and garlic in margarine for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the seasonings. Brush over cut sides of French bread; sprinkle with cheese.
Wrap each piece of bread loosely in a large piece of heavy-duty foil; seal edges of foil. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Cut each piece into six slices. Serve warm.

<b>Editor's Note:</b> This recipe was tested with Blue Bonnet light stick margarine.

Nutrition Facts

1 slice: 147 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 339mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.

Herb Cheese Bread

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