Appetizer Artichoke Bread Recipe

By Stina

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

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 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.
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.
In a large bowl, combine the crumb mixture, cheeses, artichokes, garlic, parsley and lemon-pepper. Spoon into bread shells.
Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve warm. Yield: 12-14 servings.