BACON GARLIC BREAD

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Guests at your next backyard barbecue will request our home economist's recipe for this grilled garlic bread. Serve it as an appetizer or side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/3 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, halved lengthwise
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the butter, mayonnaise, bacon and garlic. Spread over cut sides of bread; reassemble loaf. Wrap in a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 36x18-in.); seal tightly. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side. Unwrap and separate bread halves. Sprinkle with cheese. Grill 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.