Josephinas Cheesy Garlic Bread (Print Version)
Crispy baguette topped with a cheesy, buttery green chile spread, golden and delicious fresh from the broiler.
# Ingredients:
→ Dairy and Spreads
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2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
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8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
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½ cup mayonnaise
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cans (4 ounces each) mild diced green chiles, drained
→ Seasonings and Bread
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 French baguette
# Steps:
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Allow butter to soften at room temperature in a large bowl. Add Monterey Jack cheese, minced garlic, mayonnaise, diced green chiles, and salt. Stir thoroughly until mixture is fully blended.
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Cover the cheese mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
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Move an oven rack to a position 3–4 inches beneath the broiler. Preheat broiler. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil. Slice the baguette crosswise into ½-inch thick pieces and arrange in a single layer on the prepared sheets.
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Allow the cheese mixture to stand at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Spread a generous tablespoon of the mixture onto each baguette slice, ensuring an even layer to the edges. Refrigerate until ready to broil.
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Place one baking sheet at a time under the broiler. Broil, rotating the sheet once halfway through, until cheese is bubbling and edges are crisp and browned in areas, about 4–10 minutes per batch.
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Remove from the oven and serve warm as a flavorful appetizer or party snack.
# Notes:
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Use a sharp serrated knife for baguette slicing for uniform pieces. Allowing the cheese mixture to chill enhances texture and melds flavors for optimal taste.