Beef Stuffed French Loaf

dbihlman's Note:

Tired of boring cheeseburgers? This recipe is great for a busy cook. It can be served as an appetizer or a meal. My family loves it. This is four generous servings for a meal or 8 servings as an appetizer.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 small onion
• 1 loaf unsliced French bread (One pound)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 (10 ¾ ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
• 1 medium green pepper , chopped
• 1 celery rib , chopped
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 slices American cheese , halved

Directions:

1. Cut off top of bread.
2. Hollow out bottom of loaf, leaving 1/2 inch shell.
3. Cut removed bread into cubes, set aside.
4. In a skillet, brown beef and onion, drain.
5. Add soup, green pepper, celery, worcestershire, salt, and pepper.
6. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes.
7. Stir in reserved bread cubes.
8. Spread beef mixture into bread shell, top with cheese slices.
9. Replace bread top.
10. Wrap loaf in foil and place on cookie sheet.
11. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
12. Slice and serve.