Cheesy Pesto Bread
1/15/2018
Happy Monday friends! It's been awhile since I posted a recipe on this little space of mine despite how often I cook but when I made this amazing cheesy bread over the weekend I just knew I had to share it with you all. Cheese, pesto, bread... I mean seriously, what could be better? And the fact this was seriously one of the easiest appetizers I've ever made but it looks fancy and tastes like something you might get at a restaurant, it'd be a crime not to share it with you guys!
With the Super Bowl right around the corner, this would be the perfect appetizer to make or bring to a party or it'd be perfect for a little wine and cheese night in. It's so addicting, I almost called it Crack Bread instead of Cheesy Pesto Bread but I didn't want to give any one the wrong impression but I'm not kidding when I say once you start eating this bread, it's almost impossible to stop until it's gone. And the best part (besides it being incredibly easy of course!) is the fact you can make it with so many different variations of bread or cheese, it's easy to switch it up or make it with whatever you have lying around.
This particular loaf of bread happens to be one of my favorites from Publix, the Italian 5 Grain Loaf but you could easily do this with any loaf of bread. It'd be easiest if you had a round loaf but I used an oblong loaf and just ended up cutting the ends off to make it a bit easier to work with. All of the cuts in the bread look labor intensive but it actually took me less than 5 minutes to make all the slices in the bread. Once you're done with the cuts, you just pour in the melted butter and pesto, then insert shredded cheese, pop into the oven and 20 minutes later you have this delicious crack... *cough* I mean appetizer!
- 1 large loaf of bread (I used 5 Grain Italian) found in bakery
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Use a serrated knife to cut long rows in the loaf of bread, being careful not to cut through the bottom of the loaf. After you cut rows one way, turn the bread and cut more rows making little squares.
- Place the loaf on a sheet of tinfoil and fold up sides.
- Combine the melted butter and pesto in a small dish and carefully open the cracks of the bread to drizzle the sauce in. I used a small spoon to drizzle it but a pastry brush would also work.
- Stuff each crack with the mozzarella cheese.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese in center is melted. Let cool enough where you won't burn your fingers off and enjoy!
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17 comments
This looks amazing!! I do have a Super Bowl party coming up & I know the guys would love this!!
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious and perfect finger food for the super bowl! I love anything with pesto! Emily @ Martinis & Bikinis
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a fun idea for a party! I wish I could eat cheese because this is one of my favorite type of appetizers!
ReplyDeleteI saw this on your Twitter and was basically drooling. This is a pinner for sure!
ReplyDeleteOh my gahhhh this is my love language seriously. Bread + cheese... you can't go wrong!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so good! Saving this!
ReplyDeleteZelle | Southern Style
Omg girl this looks AMAZING! It combines 3 of my favorite things--carbs, pesto and cheese haha! Definitely trying this recipe!
ReplyDeleteRosy Outlook
Holy deliciousness! You had me at cheese - YUM <3
ReplyDeleteGreen Fashionista
I probably should not have read this BEFORE going to the gym!! Haha. Looks delicious though and perfect for a party! :-)
ReplyDeleteThat looks so delicious. Im not really eating bread these days but this is tempting!
ReplyDeleteOh yum! I love a good pull-apart bread, and pesto is the best!
ReplyDeleteMeg, Borrowed Heaven
Sounds super easy and delicious! Beautiful photos too!
ReplyDeleteThis looks SO good!! I love how easy it is -- perfect for having guests over!
ReplyDeleteThis looks beyond good! Bread and cheese and you are talking my language! Sierra~Beautifully Candid
ReplyDeleteI am a huge sucker for bread and cheese- Yikes this is dangerous for me! So good for the Super Bowl and we always host so this is going on the list. YUM!
ReplyDeleteWell, I know what I’ll be making for the super bowl now - YUM!
ReplyDeleteThis looks incredible! You definitely should start sharing more recipes, love! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for taking the time to comment on my blog,I love hearing from my readers! I try to reply to every comment via e-mail so if you don't get a reply from me you might be a no reply blogger!