Ingredients

  • 1 round loaf bread (1-1/2 pounds, 8 to 10 inches in diameter)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1-1/2 cups sour cream
  • 1 cup (5 ounces) diced cooked ham
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • Assorted fresh vegetables

Method

  • Slice off top of bread loaf, reserving top. Carefully hollow out inside of loaf with small sharp knife, leaving 1/2-in. shell. Cut the removed bread into 1-in. cubes (about 4 cups); set aside.
  • For filling, combine the cheeses and sour cream in bowl; stir in ham, green onions, chilies and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon into hollowed loaf; replace top. Wrap tightly with several layers of heavy-duty aluminum foil; place on a
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour 10 minutes or until filling is heated through. Meanwhile, combine the bread cubes, oil and melted butter. Arrange on a separate
  • . Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Unwrap and transfer to platter. Remove top from bread; stir filling and serve with toasted cubes and vegetables.