Artichoke Bread

By cindygwest

Ingredients

• 1 loaf ( 1 pound) French bread (not sourdough)
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 T. sesame seed
• 1 1/2 cups dairy sour cream
• 8 ounces (2 cups) shredded Monterrey Jack Cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 T. chopped parsley
• 2 t. lemon pepper
• 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 4 ounces (1 cup) grated cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Cut bread lengthwise and remove bread in center, leaving only the shell; reserve bread pieces and shells. In large skillet, melt margarine over mediium heat. Add garlic and sesame seed. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add reserved bread pieces; stir until butter is absorbed and bread is well coated. In separate medium bowl, combine sour cream, monterey jack cheese, parmesan, parsley, and lemon pepper. Pour over bread mixture; toss to coat. Mix in artichokes. Spoon mixture into bread shells. Top with cheddar cheese. Place on baking sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Slice with serrated knife.