Artichoke French Bread Recipe

Ingredients for Artichoke French Bread

• French Bread
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• Garlic Cloves
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Parsley Flakes
• 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make Artichoke French Bread

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut a loaf of French bread (about 16 ounces) in half lengthwise. Gently remove the soft inner bread, leaving a 1/2-inch border, reserving the removed bread.
3. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the removed bread pieces, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
4. Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 (14-ounce) can of artichoke hearts, drained and chopped.
5. Spoon the artichoke mixture evenly into the bread shells.
6. Top with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes. Then, cover with foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is heated through.
8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.