Cheesy Olive Garlic Bread

My mum makes this amazing olive bread, that is lactose free and tastes so perfect, just toasted with a thick smear of butter on it. I cannot imagine anything better for an easy snack. But this cheesy olive garlic bread is great as a side to soups or even a huge plate of pasta.

This recipe is so easy to make and comes together in minutes. All you need is a large loaf of crusty bread.

Preparation Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20-25 minutes

Serves 6-8

Ingredients

1 large crusty loaf of uncut bread

150 grams black olives- drained and chopped

150 grams green olives- drained and chopped

2 stalks green onion- chopped

1/2 cup butter- room temperature

1/2 cup mayonnaise

300 grams mozzarella cheese- grated and divided

3 cloves garlic- minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190c.

2. Cut the bread horizontally and place eon a chopping board.

3. Combine the butter, mayonnaise, olives, onions, 150 grams cheese, garlic, salt, pepper and chilli flakes in a bowl. Mix well until well combined.

4. Spread the mixture over both halves of the bread.

5. Top with the remaining 150 grams of grated cheese.

6. Bake at 190c for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.