Catch of the Day Crab Bread Copycat

INGREDIENTS

large loaf of French bread , split in half lengthwise

2 tbsp

cream cheese , softened at room temperature

1 tbsp

butter , softened at room temperature

1/4 tsp

garlic powder , divided

2 cups

shredded Monterey Jack or Swiss cheese, divided

3/4 cup

real mayonnaise

1 1/4 cups

sour cream

1/2 tsp

Old Bay seasoning

1 tsp

Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama ), or to taste, optional

1 tbsp

chopped fresh parsley

1/2 tbsp

freshly squeezed lemon juice , or to taste

1/2 lb

crabmeat , picked through and warmed

1 tbsp

shredded Parmesan , optional