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Bacon & Cheese Pull Apart Loaf

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 254 kcal
Author: Karlynn Johnston
Whether you do this in the oven or over a campfire, this easy and amazing bacon and cheese pull apart loaf is the perfect side for your dinner!
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Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Italian bread 10 to 12 inches
  • 5-6 tablespoons butter or margarine softened
  • 12 pieces cheese marble was great old cheddar would be delicious!
  • 12 slices cooked bacon
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard optional

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat your BBQ, grill or oven to 375. (you can also do this on the campfire!)
  2. Get a large rectangle of tinfoil ready.
  3. Without cutting all the way through, cut the loaf of bread into 12 equal slices, cutting to within 1/4 inch of bottom.
  4. Butter each slice in the bread ( and add mustard if wanted)
  5. Tuck a piece of cheese and a piece of bacon into each slice. (you want more cheese? Go ahead!)
  6. Place the loaf on the center of foil. Seal the edges, making sure to allow space for heat circulation and expansion.
  7. Place foil-wrapped loaf on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and loaf is hot.
  8. To serve, open the packet carefully to allow steam to escape first, then proceed to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Bacon & Cheese Pull Apart Loaf
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Fat 23g35%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Cholesterol 64mg21%
Sodium 558mg23%
Potassium 120mg3%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 465IU9%
Calcium 29mg3%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.