French Bread Puff

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F Cut bread into 1-inch slices.
2. 2
   Mix butter, garlic powder and chives; spread on slices.
3. 3
   Reassemble loaf; wrap securely in aluminum foil, 28 X 12-inches.
4. 4
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Bake 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites until stiff.
7. 7
   Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored.
8. 8
   Fold egg yolks and cheese spread into egg whites.
9. 9
   Remove loaf from oven, fold back foil and tuck down around the base of the loaf.
10. 10
    Soon egg mixture over loaf; sprinkle with parsley.
11. 11
    Bake until topping is a delicate golden brown, about 4 minutes.