Bread-Bowl Mozzarella Dip

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the mozzarella, feta and butter in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Slice off the top 2 inches of the bread boule and hollow it out, reserving the top and insides for dipping.
3. 3
   Fill the bread bowl with the cheese mixture.
4. 4
   Transfer to a baking dish, cover loosely with foil and bake 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Uncover and crack the egg on top of the cheese mixture.
6. 6
   Continue baking, uncovered, until the egg white is almost set, 12 to 15 minutes, then broil until just set, 1 to 2 more minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the red pepper flakes.
8. 8
   Just before serving, break the egg yolk with a fork and beat into the melted cheese.
9. 9
   Serve with the bread trimmings or crudites.
10. 10
    Photograph by Kana Okada