Feta Spinach Stuffed French Bread Recipe

Introduction

This Feta Spinach Stuffed French Bread is a perfect savory appetizer or party snack. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavorful spinach and salami, it’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 package Lipton onion soup mix
• 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 24 slices salami rounds, chopped
• 2 loaves French bread or 4 baguettes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Thaw the frozen spinach and drain thoroughly by pressing in a sieve to remove excess moisture. Place the spinach in a mixing bowl and set aside.
2. Step 2: Slice the top off each loaf of French bread horizontally, creating a hollowed-out bread shell. Carefully scoop out the interior bread, saving it for another use.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion soup mix, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
4. Step 4: Add 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and the feta cheese to the mixture. Stir until combined, then fold in the drained spinach and chopped salami.
5. Step 5: Divide the filling evenly between the hollowed French bread loaves. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
6. Step 6: Place the filled bread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-24 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

• If you prefer less salt, reduce the onion soup mix to half or substitute with 2 teaspoons dried dehydrated onions or 1 teaspoon onion powder.
• For a vegetarian option, omit the salami and add extra spinach or diced roasted red peppers for added flavor.
• Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture or experiment with other cheeses like provolone or gouda.

Storage

Store any leftover stuffed bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until heated through and cheese becomes melty again.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh spinach instead of frozen?

Yes, use about 4 cups of fresh spinach. Sauté it briefly to wilt, then drain well before mixing with the filling to avoid excess moisture.

Can I prepare this recipe in advance?

Absolutely. Assemble the stuffed bread and refrigerate it uncovered for a few hours before baking, or cover tightly and bake within 24 hours. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if cold from the fridge.

Feta Spinach Stuffed French Bread Recipe

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This Feta Spinach Stuffed French Bread is a savory appetizer or snack featuring a creamy, cheesy filling mixed with spinach and chopped salami, stuffed inside crusty French bread and baked to golden perfection. It combines the richness of cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, mozzarella, and feta cheese with the flavor punch of Lipton onion soup mix and freshly cracked black pepper, making it a crowd-pleasing party starter or comfort food.

• Author: Isla
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 22 minutes
• Total Time: 37 minutes
• Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 package Lipton onion soup mix
• 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 24 slices salami rounds, chopped (about 15 oz package)

Bread:

• 2 loaves French bread or 4 baguettes

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Spinach: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and drain thoroughly in a sieve, pressing to squeeze out all excess water. Transfer the spinach to a bowl and set aside.
2. Prepare Bread: Slice the top horizontally off each French bread loaf to create a lid. Carefully scoop out the interior bread, leaving a hollow crust shell to hold the filling. Keep the bread pieces aside for another use.
3. Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Lipton onion soup mix, and black pepper. Mix until smooth. Add 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese and the feta cheese, then stir until evenly blended. Fold in the drained spinach and chopped salami until well combined.
4. Fill Bread and Add Topping: Divide the prepared filling evenly among the hollowed-out bread loaves, pressing gently to fill the cavities. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese over the top of the filled loaves.
5. Bake: Place the stuffed bread loaves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-24 minutes, or until the cheese topping is golden and bubbling.
6. Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing into pieces for serving. Enjoy warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

• Feta cheese is naturally salty, so if you are sensitive to salt, consider using only half of the onion soup mix or substituting with 2 teaspoons dried dehydrated onions or 1 teaspoon onion powder to reduce saltiness.
• The salami used was a 15 oz package Gallo Italian dry salami sliced and chopped, totaling 24 slices.

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