HOT BACON CHEESE SPREAD

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This creamy spread, made with Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheeses, is sure to warm up your next holiday party. Guests never wander too far from the table when I put out this fragrant dip. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 unsliced round loaf (1 pound) Italian bread
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped onion
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

Cut top fourth off loaf of bread; carefully hollow out bottom, leaving a 1-in. shell. Cube removed bread and set aside. Combine the remaining ingredients; spoon into bread bowl. Replace top. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through. Serve with reserved bread cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.