SIMPLE, WARM ARTICHOKE DIP

Want an easy but delicious appetizer?  Try this artichoke dip.  Served with slices of toasted French bread, everyone will love it.  You can make it as spicy as you like by upping the hot paprika, or you can even add some diced jalapenos.  This was perfect as is for all of us.

Simple, Warm Artichoke Dip Source:  Judy’s Kitchen Rating:  8.5 out of 10 Click for PRINTABLE PAGE

INGREDIENTS:  1 (14-oz.) can artichokes, drained, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 cup coarsely grated or chopped Monterey Jack with Jalapeno Pepper Cheese 1/2 cup light mayonnaise 2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/8 tsp. or more of hot paprika 1 Tbsp. melted butter About 20 baguette slices 2 Tbsp. olive oil Heat oven to 350F.  In work bowl of food processor, combine artichokes, cheeses, mayo, juice and seasonings.  Pulse briefly to combine and blend ingredients.  Spoon into small baking dish.  Drizzle with butter.  Bake till bubbly and hot, about 20-25 minutes.  Transfer to hot plate and cover to keep warm.  Raise heat to 425F.   Place baguette slices on a baking sheet.  Drizzle or brush lightly with oil.  Bake about 5 minutes, or till slices are toasty and crisp. Serve hot dip with baguette slices.  Serves 6-10 as an appetizer