Chipped Beef with Cheddar Pull-Apart Bread
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Category: Meat
Recipe Yield: 1 loaf
Description:
This Chipped Beef with Cheddar Pull-Apart Bread is the perfect blend of savory flavors, combining the creamy richness of chipped beef with the gooey, melted cheddar cheese. Whether you’re preparing this as a quick and easy appetizer for a gathering or bringing it along to a tailgate party, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. While finding frozen creamed chipped beef might be a bit of a challenge, if you do manage to locate it, this recipe is absolutely worth the effort. The bread bakes up crispy and golden, with the beef and cheese mixture nestled within, making it a unique and flavorful dish everyone will love.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cheddar cheese, shredded | 2 cups |
| Water chestnuts, chopped | 2 cans (6 oz each) |
| Green onion, chopped | 1 |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1/4 cup |
| Onion powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Chipped beef, defrosted | 1 package (about 8 oz) |
| Pepper sauce (optional) | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Bread (unsliced loaf) | 1 large loaf |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 297.9 kcal |
| Fat content | 11.4 g |
| Saturated fat content | 6.5 g |
| Cholesterol content | 29.7 mg |
| Sodium content | 533.1 mg |
| Carbohydrate content | 36.2 g |
| Fiber content | 2.5 g |
| Sugar content | 2.3 g |
| Protein content | 12.5 g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread:
Begin by taking your loaf of bread and cutting it lengthwise three times, stopping just 1/4 inch from the bottom crust. Be careful not to cut all the way through—each cut should be about 1/4 inch from the base to keep the loaf intact. Once you’ve cut it lengthwise, proceed to make cuts across the loaf about 1 1/2 inches apart, again stopping just before the bottom. This will create a checkerboard-like pattern across the bread. -
Prepare the Filling:
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the defrosted chipped beef, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, chopped water chestnuts, and green onion. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and pepper sauce, if using. Season with salt to taste. Make sure all ingredients are well mixed and evenly distributed. -
Stuff the Bread:
Carefully stuff each of the cuts in the bread with the prepared beef mixture. Make sure to tuck the mixture deep into the cuts so that each section is filled with the delicious filling. Don’t be shy—fill each crevice generously! -
Wrap and Bake:
Once the bread is filled, wrap the entire loaf tightly with aluminum foil. Ensure the top of the loaf is left exposed so that the cheese can melt and turn golden brown. Place the wrapped loaf on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 35 minutes. The bread should be crispy and golden brown when done. -
Final Touches:
After 35 minutes, remove the loaf from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the bread, allowing it to melt and form a gooey, cheesy layer. -
Serve:
Once the cheese has melted, your Chipped Beef with Cheddar Pull-Apart Bread is ready to serve! Slice the bread into sections along the cuts you made earlier, and watch as it disappears in no time. Perfect for a fun appetizer or party dish, this pull-apart bread is bound to be the star of the show.
Tips:
- If you’re unable to find frozen creamed chipped beef, you can substitute with regular chipped beef or even cooked, crumbled sausage for a different flavor profile.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika to the beef mixture for a smoky kick.
- This dish is great when served with a side of tangy dipping sauce, such as ranch or a spicy sriracha mayo.
Enjoy this savory, cheesy, and delightfully crispy pull-apart bread at your next gathering or casual get-together!
