Cheesy Artichoke French Breads

By lkoss

Ingredients

• 2 whole grain french baguettes (mine were about 9 inches long)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 14-ounce can of artichokes in water or brine, drained and chopped (about 10-12 hearts)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
• fresh parsley for garnish

Details

Adapted from howsweeteats.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Cut the baguettes in half lengthwise and brush with the olive oil. Equally distribute the minced garlic and chopped artichoke hearts. Top each with a good handful of cheese, about 1/3 cup each. Sprinkle on a few breadcrumbs. Bake for 8 minutes, then heat the broiler and broil for 2 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Note: I would not suggest using artichokes marinated in oil as they may be a bit too greasy with the cheese. But it’s always worth a try!