Ingredients

1 (13 3/4-ounce) (390-g) can artichoke hearts or bottoms, drained or 1 (9-ounce) (250-g) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, ends of leaves trimmed

3 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 garlic clove

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

2 tablespoons chopped prosciutto or ham

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 1/2 recipes Toasted Garlic Bread

Artichoke Spread on Garlic Toast

Serves 6 to 8

Printable Version

Process all the ingredients except the garlic toast in a food processor or blender for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until smooth, spreadable consistency is reached. Serve at room temperature on the garlic toast.

Cook's Tip: To serve this appetizer hot, spread the garlic toast with the artichoke topping, sprinkle with a little grated cheese of your choice and broil until golden brown and bubbly.

Wine Suggestion: Chardonnay