Josephinas

While this makes a great appetizer, it is also the perfect accompaniment to a spicy pasta dish or hearty soup. Green chiles add a little extra personality to Josephinas, a warm, cheesy bread.

Yield: 10 to 16 slices

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread (baguette)
• 1 cup (2 sticks) Challenge Butter (salted)
• 4 ounces mild diced green chiles
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Slice French bread into 1/4 inch slices. Cream butter and mix with the other ingredients.
2. Spread mixture evenly on the bread slices and place face up on a cookie sheet.
3. Place under a broiler until bubbly.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: Challenge Dairy
Source: Arlene Pacheco, wife of Challenge Dairy Products, Inc. Board Member