Stuffed French Bread
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Stuffed French Bread
Description
The Stuffed French Bread recipe begins by slicing a loaf of French bread lengthwise and removing the soft center. Ground beef is browned with finely chopped onions, then cooked with celery, garlic, cream of mushroom soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and seasoning to create a flavorful filling. The bread crumbs are mixed into this filling to soak up juices. The mixture is spooned back into one bread half and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, then covered with the other bread half. Baking allows the cheese to melt and flavors to meld while warming the bread.
This stuffed bread can be sliced for easy serving, making it suitable for casual dinners or gatherings. The filling’s moisture softens the bread interior while the crust retains a slight crunch. Fresh parsley can be added for a touch of color and freshness when serving.
Ingredients
- 1 French bread loaf
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 2 Tablespoons onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 can (10 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 Tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 Tablespoon parsley optional, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Slice the french bread in half, lengthwise, so you have two equal pieces. Scoop out the bread in the center of each piece. Place bread in a large bowl and tear into small chunks. Set the two halves of french bread onto a large baking sheet. Set aside.
- Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet, over medium-high heat. Drain any grease. Add the celery and garlic to skillet. Cook a few minutes until celery is tender. Next, add soup, milk and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Stir and cook mixture until heated; another 5 minutes or so.
- Add the beef mixture to the bread in the large bowl. Stir to combine. Pour mixture into the center of one half of the french bread. Spread out evenly. Top the mixture with the shredded cheese. Top with the other half of bread.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
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