Garden Party Artichoke Bread

Artichoke Bread ::: Tiffany Jenkins

Ingredients

1 loaf french bread

1.5 c. sour cream

.5 c. butter, melted

2 T. Sesame seeds

2 c. shredded Monterey Jack

1 c. shredded Cheddar

1/4 c. grated fresh Parmesan 

1 jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 T. fresh parsley 

2 t. lemon pepper

Directions

Cut bread in half lengthwise. Hollow out, leaving 1/2 inch shells. Place removed bread in food processor or blender and process until crumbly. In a bowl, combine bread crumbs, sour cream, butter, and sesame seeds; spread onto baking sheet. Broil 4 inches from heat for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned, stirring once. In a bowl, combine crumb mixture, cheeses, artichokes, garlic, parsley, and lemon pepper. Spoon into bread shells. Bake about 25 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve. Yields 12 servings.