posted by origcyn 08-20-102 6:09 AM
From SOAR (Recipe Source)
Title: Bubble Bread From Captiva,fl
Categories: Appetizers, Breads
Yield: 1 Loaf
1 Italian bread (loaf)
3/4 c Butter, unsalted, room temp
3 cloves garlic
2 oz. prosciutto, minced
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan
freshly ground pepper
6 oz. cream cheese, room temp
Cut the bread on the diag. into 3/4" slices. Arrange slices on baking sheet. Lightly toast the bread on both sides under a pre-heated broiler.
Cream the butter in a mixing bowl. Mince garlic and prosciutto and add to butter. Beat in 1/2 cheese (no salt is needed since you have enough with the cheese and ham)
Spread each slice with cream cheese. Spread the garlic mixture on top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Just before serving, run slices under broiler or bake 400 degrees until hot and bubbling.