NUTTY ARTICHOKE SPREAD

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I keep a can of artichoke hearts in my pantry so I can quickly make my signature appetizer at a moment's notice. I find wheat or whole grain crackers nicely complements the artichoke. Everyone likes this warm spread.-Susan Kruspe, Shortsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and onion. Stir in the artichokes, cheese, pecans and bacon. Spoon into a greased 9-in. pie plate., Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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