STUFFED BAGUETTES

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Provided by Francine Lizotte

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 loaves french baguettes (about 9-inch long), halved lengthwise and middle scooped out
2 slice bacon, finely chopped
1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 c red onions, finely chopped
1 large clove garlic, pressed
1 can(s) (10 oz.) cream of tomato with basil & parmesan
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
2 tsp hot sauce such as cholula®, or more to taste
1/2 tsp ground cumin
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
1 large tomato, washed and thinly sliced
1 c sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. In a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon and sauté until half cooked. Add ground beef and cook. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add cream of tomato, Worcestershire sauce, Cholula, cumin and black pepper. Stir all the ingredients very well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, cut baguette in half lengthwise and scoop out bread. Place halves on a baking sheet lined with silicone mat; set aside.
3. Scoop the tomato-beef mixture into the center of each half. Cover with tomato sliced and then cheese. Sprinkle fresh parsley over top. Transfer baking sheet to the preheated oven and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve it along with a salad.
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