Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take a sturdy loaf of sourdough or artisan bread and carefully slice off the top, creating a cap to set aside. Use your hands or a spoon to hollow out the inside of the bread, leaving about an inch of crust to hold the filling.

In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, freshly chopped shrimp, crab meat, garlic powder, lemon juice, and your choice of fresh herbs. Stir until thoroughly mixed and smooth.

Gently fold in shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy filling mixture, mixing thoroughly to create a deliciously cohesive filling.

Spoon the creamy seafood mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaf, heaping it over the top. Press down lightly to fill any gaps.

Place your stuffed bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Remove the Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into slices or serving it whole.