Smoked Mozzarella Pull Apart Focaccia

/ Preparation

• STEP 1

  Take the Rosemary focaccia and make 5 evenly spaced cuts widthwise into the bread cutting approx. ¾ of the way through.

• STEP 2

  Mix the melted butter and garlic powder together.

• STEP 3

  Lightly brush the garlic butter in between the cuts in the focaccia.

• STEP 4

  Place 2 slices of smoked mozzarella into each cut.

• STEP 5

  Once the bread is stuffed with the smoked mozzarella, generously brush the top with the garlic butter and sprinkle on the grated parmesan.

• STEP 6

  Bake at 400 F for 5-8 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted and gooey and the top of the focaccia is golden and crispy.

• STEP 7

  Top with chopped fresh parsley and cracked black pepper to garnish. Serve immediately.