Appetizer Artichoke Bread |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Family and friends refer to this as Maureen's Party Bread and request it for many gatherings. Serve it as an appetizer or alongside soup for lunch. Ingredients:
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced french bread |
1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) sour cream |
1/2 cup butter, melted |
2 tablespoons sesame seeds |
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded monterey jack cheese |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese |
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning |
Directions:
1. Cut bread in half lengthwise; hollow out, leaving 1/2-in. shells. Set aside. Place removed bread in a food processor; cover and process until crumbly.
2. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, sour cream, butter and sesame seeds; spread onto a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring once.
3. In a large bowl, combine the crumb mixture, cheeses, artichokes, garlic, parsley and lemon-pepper. Spoon into bread shells.
4. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve warm. Yield: 12-14 servings.
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