Cut bread into 9 slices, cutting to, but not through,
bottom crust. Combine Lemon Pepper Butter,
mustard and poppy seed; mix well.
Set aside 3 tbs. mixture.
Spread remainder on all cut surfaces of bread.
Place 1 slice cheese in each cut;
sprinkle bacon over cheese.
Spread reserved Lemon-Pepper Butter mixture
on top and sides of loaf. Bake on ungreased
baking sheet in 350F for 15-20 min. Serves 9.

Lemon Pepper Butter
In small mixer bowl, cream one pound
(2 c.) butter till light and fluffy.
Add 1/4 c. snipped chives (fresh or freeze dried),
1 1/2 tsp. of grated lemon peel, 2 tbs. lemon juice
and 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper.
Mix thoroughly to blend all ingredients well.
Store in refrigerator in tightly covered container
until needed. 2 c.