Blue Cheese Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Blend cheese and butter in processor until smooth.
2. 2
   (Can be prepared 2 days ahead.
3. 3
   Cover and refrigerate.
4. 4
   Bring to room temperature before using.)
5. 5
   Preheat broiler.
6. 6
   Broil bread crust side up until crisp.
7. 7
   Turn and broil cut side until light brown.
8. 8
   Spread cheese mixture over cut side of bread.
9. 9
   Sprinkle liberally with pepper.
10. 10
    Broil until cheese bubbles and begins to brown.
11. 11
    Remove from broiler and sprinkle bread with celery.
12. 12
    Cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces.