Ingredients
1 large loaf French bread
2 c. frozen spinach, defrosted and drained
1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 c. mozzarella, divided
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 Onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp. freshly chopped sage
1 tsp. freshly chopped thyme
1 tsp. freshly chopped rosemary
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 1/2 c. chicken broth
8 oz. Cream Cheese, Cubed
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
Step 1Tear or slice bread into cubes and leave out overnight to dry out. (Alternately, place bread on baking sheets and bake at 200º for 20 minutes.)Step 2Preheat oven to 350° and grease a large baking dish.Step 3In a large bowl, combine bread, spinach, artichoke hearts, and 1 1/2 cups mozzarella. Set aside.Step 4In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and celery and cook until onion is translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. add garlic and herbs and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and cream cheese and bring to a simmer until cream cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat.Step 5 Pour bread mixture into prepared baking dish, making sure it is evenly distributed. Pour over cream cheese mixture and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake until liquid is evaporated and cheese is melted and golden, 20-25 minutes. Serve.
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