APPETIZER ARTICHOKE BREAD

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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. -Maureen Buschko, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup 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

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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