Islander Artichoke & Spinach Dip

I will be taking this along with a Seven Layered Bean Dip to my parent's Christmas party. =)

Ingredients
2 (16 oz.) loaves King's Hawaiian Sweet Bread
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 pkg. (1 oz.) ranch-style dip mix
1 can (13-15 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed & well drained
1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional


Preparation
Preheat oven to 350° F.
Carefully hollow 1 loaf, leaving 1-inch on sides and bottoms.
Cube removed bread and additional loaf.
Place bowl and cubes on baking sheets and bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Blend mayo, sour cream and dip; mix together in a large bowl.
Add artichoke hearts, spinach and water chestnuts; mix well.
Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
Transfer to bread bowl and serve with toasted bread cubes.
To serve hot: Stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; microwave on high 4-5 minutes or until hot, stirring occasionally.
Transfer dip to bread bowl and serve with toasted bread cubes.
Makes 10-12 servings.