Al's Garlic Bread

It's not a complete Italian dinner unless there's garlic bread. Mangia!!!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup butter or 1⁄2 cup margarine, softened
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 3⁄4 teaspoon  italian seasoning
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1  cup  shredded  Italian cheese blend (such as Sargento's Italian 3-Cheese Blend, 4-ounces)
• 1  loaf  French bread, split (16-ounce loaf)

Directions

1. Combine first 5 ingredients and 1/3 cup of cheese. Spread mixture evenly on cut sides of bread. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 2/3 cup of cheese. Place on a baking sheet.
2. Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes before slicing and serving.