1 lg. loaf French bread
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
3/4 c. chopped onion
3/4 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 c. bread crumbs (from bread)
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/3 c. chopped parsley
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar or Velveeta cheese
Butter, melted

Cut French bread in half lengthwise. Remove inside of bread. Combine beef, onion, oregano, salt, and pepper; brown. Remove from heat. Add crumbs, mustard, parsley, egg, and 1 1/2 cups cheese. Blend thoroughly. Fill bread shells. Brush crust with butter and wrap with aluminum foil. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake for additional 10 minutes. Serve with cheese sauce poured over top.

CHEESE SAUCE FOR STUFFED FRENCH BREAD:

1/4 c. or 1/2 stick butter
2 c. milk
1/4 c. flour
2 c. cheese, shredded (Cheddar or Velveeta)

In saucepan, melt butter and flour, then milk. Last, add cheese. Heat on low until sauce thickens. Serve immediately over hot bread.