Warm artichoke parmesan spread

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
Surround this dip with toasted French bread, crackers or an array of
Crisp fresh vegetables.
1each14oz can artichoke hearts
1cupFreshly grated parmesan cheese
¼cupLight mayonnaise
1teaspoonGrated lemon rind
2tablespoonsLemon juice
1eachClove garlic, minced
pinchOf cayenne, paprika, salt and pepper

Directions

Drain artichokes, and press any remaining moisture out of the hearts.

Saving about 1 tbsp of the parmesan cheese, combine the rest with artichokes, mayonnaise, lemon rind and juice and blend in a food processor until very smooth.. about 2-3 minutes. Add remaining garlic and spices, stirring to combine. Spread in a shallow baking dish, sprinkle the reserved parmesan cheese over top and bake in 400F oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until edges and top are golden brown in color. Makes about 1-⅓ cups. Origin: Adapted from Canadian Living, May 1995. Shared by: Sharon Stevens, April/95.

Submitted By SHARON STEVENS On 05-16-95