CHEESY BACON RANCH BREAD

CHEESY BACON RANCH BREAD 1 14 oz loaf of French bread 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp ranch dip mix 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey jack, Mexican blend, etc.) 4 slices of bacon, baked and crumbled In the oven: Preheat the broiler. Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Line a baking sheet with non-stick foil. Combine the mayonnaise, ranch, shredded cheese, and bacon in a small bowl. Use a spatula to equally spread the cheese on each half of the bread. Place under the broiler until golden brown, about 7 to 9 minutes. Let cool slightly before cutting into pieces and serving. On the grill: Preheat the grill. You are going to want to cook this over indirect heat. Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Place the halves on a large piece of heavy-duty foil. You can double up on the foil if you'd like. Combine the mayonnaise, ranch, shredded cheese, and bacon in a small bowl. Use a spatula to equally spread the cheese on each half of the bread. Place on the grill over indirect heat for about 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Let cool slightly before cutting into pieces and serving.