1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Prepare the Cob Loaf:
– Cut the top off the cob loaf and set it aside.
– Hollow out the loaf, keeping the bread pieces for dipping.
3. Make the Filling:
– In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, and French onion soup mix until well combined.
– Stir in the defrosted, drained spinach, and cheddar cheese if using.
4. Fill the Loaf:
– Spoon the mixture into the hollowed cob loaf.
– Place the top back on the loaf and arrange the bread chunks on a baking tray.
5. Bake:
– Drizzle a little olive oil over the bread chunks if desired.
– Bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the filling is hot and the bread is crisp.
6. Serve:
– Serve warm, using the bread chunks for dipping.
Enjoy the rich flavors of Umberto’s Cobb Loaf, perfect for sharing!
