Ingredients:
2 -3 cloves garlic
1 cup butter, at room temperature
1 1/4 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 loaf good quality crusty Italian bread
1/2-3/4 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Chop garlic in a food processor.
Add all other ingredients, except for bread and mozzarella.
Process in short bursts, until spread is rough and lumpy.
Slice bread into 3/4 inch slices, not all the way through, leave bottom crust connected.
Spread each side of each slice with the butter spread.
Place a piece of mozzarella between the slices.
Brush top and sides of the loaf with butter spread.
Wrap the loaf in foil.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted throughout.
Open foil and return to oven for 5 minutes.
Servings: 5-7
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 45 min.