Warm Spinach Dip in Bread Bowl

 

 

2 pkg. (9 oz. each) creamed spinach, prepared according to pkg. directions

 

1-1/3 cups Swiss cheese, shredded (8-9 oz.)

1 can (8 oz.) water chestnuts, drained, chopped

 

3 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese, grated

1 tbsp.. Dijon mustard

1 (1 lb.) round bread loaf

:
       Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).  Combine creamed spinach, Swiss cheese, water chestnuts, Parmesan cheese, mustard, salt and pepper in large bowl. 
Slice top off bread loaf; carefully remove soft bread from inside, leaving 1/2"-thick shell.  Cut top piece and soft bread into bite-sized pieces.  Spoon spinach mixture into shell; wrap loaf in foil, leaving filling exposed.  Bake 35 - 40 minutes or until heated through.  Serve warm with bread pieces for dipping.
Makes 10-12 appetizer servings.