Pioneer Woman Pull Apart Cheese Bread

Pioneer Woman Pull Apart Cheese Bread is made with sourdough bread, prepared pesto, mozzarella cheese, and nonstick cooking spray. This easy Apart Cheese Bread recipe creates a tasty appetizer that takes about 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

Pioneer Woman Pull Apart Cheese Bread Ingredients

• 1 lb. round sourdough bread loaf
• 1 6- to 8-oz. jar prepared pesto
• 1 8-oz. bag shredded mozzarella cheese
• Nonstick cooking spray

How To Make Pioneer Woman Pull Apart Cheese Bread

1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your oven is hot enough to melt the cheese perfectly.
2. Prepare the Bread: Take your sourdough loaf and make 3/4-inch thick slices, cutting down but not all the way through the bottom. Rotate the loaf 45 degrees and repeat, creating a diamond pattern across the bread.
3. Add Pesto and Cheese: Carefully spread the pesto inside the cuts in the bread. Then, generously stuff the shredded mozzarella into these same cuts. The more cheese, the better!
4. Bake the Bread: Spray a piece of aluminum foil with nonstick cooking spray and wrap the bread completely. Place it on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted and gooey.
5. Broil for Perfection: Remove the bread from the foil and put it back on the baking sheet. Switch your oven to broil and broil the bread for 1 to 2 minutes. Watch it closely! You want to stop as soon as the cheese starts bubbling and the top gets a nice golden brown.

Recipe Tips

• Use a Serrated Knife: A serrated knife helps you cut the bread nicely without pushing it down. Make sure not to cut through the whole loaf.
• Pick Good Cheese: Choose cheeses that melt well, like mozzarella or cheddar, to get a nice, stretchy cheese pull. You can also add another cheese like Parmesan for more flavor.
• Use Ready-Made Pesto: Save time by using pesto from the store. If you want to make it taste even better, you can make your own pesto with fresh basil and other ingredients.
• Bake It Just Before Eating: Cook the bread right before you want to eat it. This makes sure it is warm and the cheese is soft and stretchy.
• Serve It Warm: This bread is best when it’s fresh and hot from the oven. The cheese will be gooey and delicious.

What To Serve With Pull Apart Cheese Bread

Pull Apart Cheese Bread is great with tomato soup, green salad, olives, and marinara sauce. You can also serve it with stuffed peppers, roasted veggies, grilled chicken, and some sliced meats for a fun meal at a party.

How To Store Pull Apart Cheese Bread

• Refrigerate: First, let the Pull Apart Cheese Bread cool completely. You can then cover it with plastic wrap or put it in an airtight container. It will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Freeze: To keep the bread longer, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil, then put it in a freezer bag or a freezer-safe container. You can freeze it for up to 2 months. When you’re ready to eat it, thaw the bread overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftover Pull Apart Cheese Bread

• In The Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Put the leftover bread in an oven-safe dish and cover it with aluminum foil. Reheat for about 15-20 minutes, or until it’s hot all through.
• In The Microwave: Place a piece of the bread in a microwave-safe dish and cover it loosely with plastic wrap. Heat on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through to warm it evenly.
• In The Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Put the bread in an air fryer-safe container. Heat for 5-10 minutes, checking halfway to make sure it doesn’t overheat or dry out.

Pioneer Woman Pull Apart Cheese Bread Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 of 8 servings

• Calories: 339
• Total Fat: 17 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 27 mg
• Sodium: 792 mg
• Carbohydrates: 31 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Protein: 13 g

FAQs

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