Spudini Bread Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf
Description: Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Spudini Breadโa scrumptious treat perfect for sharing. With its combination of garlic, buttery goodness, and melted mozzarella nestled between slices of hearty bread, this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
- 1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 loaf of your favorite bread (sourdough or Italian works well)
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). This ensures that your bread will bake evenly and become wonderfully golden and crispy.
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Prepare the Garlic Spread: Place the garlic cloves in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Add the butter, dried basil, and capers to the food processor. Continue to pulse in short bursts until the mixture is well combined but still slightly rough and lumpy. This garlic spread will infuse the bread with a delightful flavor.
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Slice the Bread: Take the loaf of bread and slice it into 3/4-inch thick slices. Be careful to slice the bread almost all the way through, leaving the bottom crust intact. This will create a fan-like loaf that holds together while allowing the flavors to penetrate every crevice.
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Spread the Garlic Mixture: Generously spread the garlic and butter mixture on both sides of each slice of bread. This ensures that every bite will be bursting with flavor.
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Add the Cheese: Place a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese between the slices of bread. The cheese will melt and meld with the garlic butter, creating a gooey and irresistible filling.
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Brush and Wrap: Brush the top and sides of the loaf with any remaining garlic butter mixture. This will give the bread a deliciously crispy and flavorful crust. Wrap the entire loaf tightly in aluminum foil to trap all the flavors inside while baking.
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Bake the Bread: Place the wrapped loaf on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. The goal is to melt the cheese thoroughly and let the flavors blend together.
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Finish Baking Unwrapped: Carefully open the foil after the initial baking time and return the loaf to the oven for an additional 5 minutes. This will crisp up the crust and give the bread a beautifully golden top.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the Spudini Bread to cool slightly before serving. This makes it easier to handle and ensures that the cheese remains deliciously gooey.
Enjoy this Spudini Bread as a tasty appetizer, a savory side dish, or just a delightful snack! Its irresistible combination of garlic, capers, and melted mozzarella is sure to win over anyone who tries it. Happy baking!
