1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. grated Swiss cheese
1/4 c. crumbled, cooked bacon
1 tbsp. dried chopped chives
2 tsp. poppy seeds
1 tbsp. yellow mustard
1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1 loaf French bread (12-14 inches long)

Combine all ingredients except bread. Cut bread diagonally at 3/4 inch intervals almost to bottom crust. Spread filling between slices and on top of bread. Place loaf in center of a length of heavy duty foil. Wrap and twist end to seal. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 minutes. Makes 12 to 14 slices.

NOTE: Can warm on grill outdoors also.